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Kojima Warns: PS Discs Die in 2028, Cloud Gaming Threatens Ownership
technology7 days ago

Kojima Warns: PS Discs Die in 2028, Cloud Gaming Threatens Ownership

Hideo Kojima, speaking at Rome’s Il Cinema in Piazza festival, laments Sony’s plan to end PlayStation discs in 2028 and argues that cloud streaming could be an even bigger threat to game ownership because data would reside on remote servers rather than the user’s hardware. He contrasts physical media with streaming, noting that access could be cut off if licensing or political factors change, a concern he sees as part of a broader digital shift already affecting movies. Despite his Sony connections, Kojima remains independent and is involved with projects like OD and a PlayStation-exclusive titled Physint.

via Wccftech|
#cloud-gaming#digital-ownership#kojima
Disc-Free Consoles: Is Ownership Still Worth It?
gaming7 days ago

Disc-Free Consoles: Is Ownership Still Worth It?

The piece argues that the move toward digital-only gaming—citing Sony’s plan to end physical discs and Xbox’s increasing alignment with PC-style ecosystems—weakens the traditional appeal of buying a console. With PC game stores offering broader ownership, the potential for game preservation, and exclusives drifting to PC, the author questions whether consoles still offer a compelling value proposition, especially as next-gen hardware may be expensive. While acknowledging that consoles aren’t going away, the article suggests their role is evolving toward accessibility and ecosystem rather than physical ownership and long-term owning power.

via Windows Central|
#console-gaming#digital-ownership#game-preservation
PlayStation to remove purchased Studio Canal films as licenses lapse
technology15 days ago

PlayStation to remove purchased Studio Canal films as licenses lapse

Sony’s PlayStation Store will remove access to certain Studio Canal titles that users already purchased (e.g., Terminator 2, Moonlight, Hot Fuzz) starting September 1, 2026, after the licensing deal expires. No refunds or apologies have been offered, and the notice appears UK-specific. This underscores the fragility of digital ownership and echoes past licensing expirations that wiped content from PS accounts.

via A.V. Club|
#content-removal#digital-ownership#licensing
California eyes bill to keep online games playable after support ends
technology1 month ago

California eyes bill to keep online games playable after support ends

California lawmakers are weighing the Protect Our Games Act, a measure that would require publishers and digital game operators to maintain access to online games even after support ends, obligating a 60-day warning before shutdown and offering refunds or patches to keep games playable; it would apply only to titles released after January 1, 2027, with older games exempt. The Stop Killing Games movement frames this as preserving digital media as cultural heritage, highlighting the broader ownership-versus-leasing questions in the digital era and momentum among consumers.

via Mashable|
#digital-ownership#game-preservation#online-games
GOG's Save-the-Old-Game Crusade Needs Care—and Cash From Players
gaming4 months ago

GOG's Save-the-Old-Game Crusade Needs Care—and Cash From Players

GOG renews its push to preserve classic games, asking the community to support its mission through DRM-free purchases and the Patrons program. The company argues that true preservation requires both public interest and direct financial backing, even as it acknowledges room for improvement compared with Steam and explores AI-assisted restoration within safe bounds.

via Eurogamer|
#digital-ownership#drm-free#game-preservation
Apple Locks Out Users Over Gift Card Scams and Account Security
technology6 months ago

Apple Locks Out Users Over Gift Card Scams and Account Security

Long-time Apple developer Dr. Paris Buttfield-Addison was blocked from his Apple ID after attempting to redeem a potentially compromised $500 gift card, resulting in loss of access to his personal files, software, and digital identity. Despite efforts to resolve the issue, Apple has offered little assistance, raising concerns about account bans, digital ownership, and automated support systems. Buttfield-Addison considers switching to alternative platforms due to the unresolved situation.

via theregister.com|
#account-suspension#apple#customer-support
Ubisoft Faces Lawsuit Over The Crew's Server Shutdown
gaming1 year ago

Ubisoft Faces Lawsuit Over The Crew's Server Shutdown

Ubisoft is facing a potential class action lawsuit from two Californian players over the shutdown of servers for the online-only racing game, The Crew, which has rendered the game unplayable. The lawsuit, filed under California's new digital ownership law, claims Ubisoft misled consumers into believing they were purchasing the game rather than merely licensing it. The plaintiffs argue that they would not have bought the game had they known the servers would be shut down, and they seek to have the lawsuit approved as a class action to allow other affected players to join.

via TrueAchievements|
#digital-ownership#gaming#lawsuit
Ubisoft Sued for Shutting Down The Crew's Online Servers
gaming1 year ago

Ubisoft Sued for Shutting Down The Crew's Online Servers

Ubisoft is facing a class action lawsuit from two Californian players over the shutdown of servers for the online-only game The Crew, which has rendered it unplayable. The lawsuit likens the situation to a pinball machine missing its essential components, arguing that players wouldn't have purchased the game if they knew it could become unplayable. Ubisoft had offered refunds to recent buyers but not to those who purchased the game since its 2011 release. The case highlights ongoing issues around digital ownership and server-dependent games.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|
#digital-ownership#gaming#lawsuit
Valve Confirms Steam Accounts Are Non-Transferable After Death
technology2 years ago

Valve Confirms Steam Accounts Are Non-Transferable After Death

Valve has confirmed that Steam accounts and their associated game libraries cannot be transferred to another person after the account holder's death, as per their terms and conditions. This has frustrated many in the gaming community, although some suggest that sharing login credentials could be a workaround. However, this is not a long-term solution as it could lead to account termination. Valve's new "Steam Families" feature, currently in beta, may offer some relief by allowing game sharing among friends and family.

via TechSpot|
#account-transfer#digital-ownership#gaming