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UNCOVERED: Playstation store - Caught on Camera

Former PlayStation Store boss says retail price is "set directly by the publisher" as digital draws ire for being more costly than the physical discs Sony is killing

Gordon Thornton claims this "counters claims of unilateral price fixing"

GamesRadar

After Sony announces its sunsetting PlayStation discs, Hideo Kojima shares a warning about physical media: "What is happening to video games in 2028 might also happen to movies"

Hideo Kojima has spoken out about the importance of physical media

Total Film

PlayStation killing physical games could make gaming deals a thing of the past — and that’s a major problem

PlayStation's decision to end physical games in January 2028 could have a major impact on bargain shopping. Here's why it's a problem.

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Sony is ending PlayStation game discs for new releases in 2028

New PS releases are going digital-only.

Dot Esports

Sony officially kills the PlayStation disc, ending physical game production in 2028 — shutting down the PlayStation Store on the PlayStation 3 and PS Vita systems

While Nintendo remains a holdout, this announcement essentially sounds the death knell for physical media in cutting-edge gaming.

Tom’s Hardware

PlayStation Store on PS3 and Vita to shut down 5 years after Sony first decided against it – starting as soon as next month in some regions

It's the end of an era

GamesRadar

PlayStation is ending physical disc production for new games in 2028 as Sony says "general preference for digital media significantly outpaces physical discs"

"This is a natural direction" for the company

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'This should be illegal': Sony is deleting over 500 purchased movies from PlayStation Store accounts — and it's the ultimate warning to buy 4K Blu-rays instead

Sony is removing hundreds of StudioCanal titles from customers' libraries on September 1, 2026, without compensation.

TechRadar

Sony Removes Hundreds of Purchased PlayStation Store Movies From Customer Libraries

Sony will remove hundreds of purchased PlayStation Store movies due to licensing agreements, raising fresh concerns over digital ownership rights.

Player One

GTA 6 pre-orders are now LIVE: Here’s how to secure your copy of Grand Theft Auto VI today

GTA 6 pre-orders are live right now. Here's how to secure your copy of this highly anticipated game ahead of its November 19 launch day.

Tom’s Guide

How to pre-order GTA 6 on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S

It's almost here.

Dot Esports

'Persona 6' Story Leak: PlayStation Store Listing Reveals Familiar Formula, New Questions to Answer

"Persona 6" story details emerge through a PlayStation listing, teasing school life, friendships, romance, and supernatural mysteries. It's an official description now.

Player One

GTA 6 Price Leak? PlayStation Store listing sparks speculation ahead of November 2026 launch

Speculation surrounding Grand Theft Auto 6's price has intensified following placeholder listings on the PlayStation Store. While official pricing remains unconfirmed by Rockstar Games, industry analysts anticipate a standard edition between $69.99 and $79.99, with premium versions costing more. The game is still slated for a November 19, 2026 release.

The Economic Times

God of War Laufey Release Date: Sony Says Launch Is 'To Be Determined' Despite PS5 Reveal

Sony has announced God of War Laufey, focusing on Laufey in a realm of diverse mythologies. Despite detailed gameplay reveals, the release date remains unconfirmed.

International Business Times UK

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GTA 6 pre-order rumors appear to be false alarm — latest updates

The internet was ablaze today with GTA pre-order rumors following a Best Buy leak, but it looks like this may have been a false alarm.

The Independent UK

PlayStation agrees to pay out $7.85 million settlement: How to find out if you’re eligible for a refund

The lawsuit argues that Sony’s practices violated federal antitrust laws and some state competition laws by limiting how and where those games could be sold

Dot Esports

Sony cleans up PlayStation Store in another questionable game purge

More PS Store removals hit low-effort publishers.

GamesRadar

As Sony removes over 700 shovelware games from the PlayStation Store, one impacted publisher pledges to continue using Xbox, Nintendo, and Steam: "This was just as unexpected for us as it was for you"

Two developers known for low-quality releases have been delisted

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PlayStation users in the UK could be collectively awarded billions in compensation for 'excessive and unfair' PlayStation Store charges in class-action lawsuit against Sony

A class-action lawsuit filed against Sony could mean millions of UK PlayStation users are entitled to £2 billion in compensation for unfair charges made on the PlayStation Store.

TechRadar

Sony is reportedly testing dynamic pricing on its PlayStation storefront that changes the price tag of over 190 games

Sony has been reportedly testing dynamic pricing on the PlayStation Store for months, offering users in certain regions huge discounts on first and third-party games.

International Business Times UK

Fans Thought They'd 'Played' GTA 6 — Until Rockstar Pulled The Plug On PlayStation Database IDs

Discover how a PlayStation Store database leak led to a viral frenzy among GTA VI fans, eager for any hint of the upcoming game's release.

International Business Times UK

GTA VI Pre-Orders Incoming? Rockstar's Store Move Reignites $100 Price Fear

Dataminers discover new Grand Theft Auto VI identifiers in the PlayStation Store, hinting at imminent pre-orders and sparking discussions on pricing.

GamesRadar

The 10 best Warhammer games of all time, ranked

Whether you're looking for grand strategy or dumb fun, these are the very best Warhammer games ever made, worth playing

GamesRadar

Indie devs behind adorable co-op horror game say a "direct copy" with "AI-generated assets" is launching on the PlayStation Store before their game is even finished

"This is an unauthorized copy that steals our concept, visuals, and story," say the Haunted Paws devs

Operation Sports

Bulgaria to Lose Access to PS3 and PS Vita PlayStation Store in Mid-January

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