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US video game hardware sales have plummeted to their lowest levels since the early 1980s, driven by significant price hikes for consoles. Analysts attribute this decline to a global memory shortage caused by AI data center demand, which has forced manufacturers to raise prices, making consoles less accessible to consumers.
Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine is selling surprisingly well on physical disc, with 35% of sales attributed to boxed copies. This trend, alongside strong physical sales for other PS5 titles, challenges Sony's plan to phase out discs by January 2028. Industry analysts suggest consumer demand for collectible media may force a reconsideration of the digital-only strategy.
Microsoft has officially rolled out 'Mythic' Achievements to Xbox Insiders, a new reward system that awards a special badge when players complete all base-game achievements in a title. The feature is retroactive, automatically granting status to players who previously completed eligible games, including Xbox 360 titles. DLC and post-launch update achievements are excluded from the count. The update includes a new progress bar and a dedicated gaming tab on user profiles to track completion milestones.
Sony has confirmed it will not exhibit at the 2027 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), marking the first time in the event's 60-year history that the company has skipped participation. The decision follows a strategic pivot away from broad consumer hardware toward entertainment, intellectual property, and creator-focused technologies. While Sony will continue developing PlayStation peripherals, the absence from CES removes a traditional venue for major hardware announcements, potentially delaying public reveals of the next-generation console.
Microsoft has officially rolled out 'Mythic' Achievements for Xbox Insiders, a new reward system that mirrors PlayStation’s Platinum Trophies. This feature awards a special badge when players complete all original achievements for a game, excluding DLC or post-launch updates. The update is retroactive, automatically granting status to players who previously finished eligible titles, including Xbox 360 games. New profile tabs and progress bars now allow users to track their completion milestones and remaining goals.
Sony will not exhibit at the 2027 Consumer Electronics Show, marking its first absence since the event began in 1967. The company cited a strategic shift toward entertainment, intellectual property, and creator-focused technology. This decision follows recent setbacks in consumer hardware, including the cancellation of its Honda electric vehicle joint venture and the transfer of its Bravia TV business to TCL. While Sony continues to develop PlayStation peripherals, the move signals a retreat from broad consumer electronics showcases, potentially delaying public reveals of the next-generation console.
Xbox has officially launched 'Mythic' Achievements, a new reward for completing all base-game achievements, similar to PlayStation's Platinum Trophies. The feature is rolling out to Xbox Insiders today and is retroactive, automatically awarding the status to players who previously completed eligible titles, including Xbox 360 games. Mythic Achievements do not add to Gamerscore and exclude DLC or post-launch update achievements. The update includes a new progress bar and a dedicated gaming tab on user profiles to track completion milestones.
Sony Interactive Entertainment is in direct talks with Nippon Ichi Software regarding its plan to end physical disc production for PlayStation by 2028. While the official policy remains unchanged, executives suggest potential compromises like code-in-a-box models or exceptions for collector's editions following industry feedback.
Sony announced the end of physical disc production for new PlayStation games in January 2028, sparking widespread backlash. Nippon Ichi Software CEO Kenzo Saruhashi indicated ongoing discussions with Sony may alter this plan, while leakers suggest Sony is surveying developers to gauge the impact of the shift to digital-only releases.
Nippon Ichi Software CEO Kenzo Saruhashi confirmed ongoing discussions with Sony regarding the discontinuation of physical game discs in January 2028. While Sony maintains its plan to end disc production for new titles, Saruhashi suggests the company is listening to customer feedback and may explore alternatives like 'code in the box' or limited physical exceptions. The move follows a broader industry backlash, with other publishers like PM Studios adapting to digital-only models while mourning the loss of physical ownership.
Sony is reportedly surveying developers about its plan to end PlayStation disc production in 2028, potentially signaling a willingness to adjust its strategy amid significant industry and consumer backlash. While the company initially cited digital dominance as the reason for the shift, recent feedback from publishers and data on physical sales suggest a possible compromise, such as a phased reduction or continued support for limited editions, rather than a complete reversal.
Sony is reportedly surveying game developers about its plan to end physical disc production for PlayStation consoles in January 2028, potentially signaling a willingness to reverse course amid sustained consumer backlash. Leaker Moore’s Law Is Dead claims the survey, described as unusually large, indirectly asks developers about issues with physical sales. While Sony faces financial incentives to go digital-only, strong physical sales for titles like Marvel's Wolverine and ongoing fan protests suggest the company may be testing the waters for a compromise.
Sony is reportedly surveying game developers about its plan to end physical disc production for PlayStation consoles in January 2028. Leaker Moore’s Law Is Dead claims the survey asks for feedback on the digital-only strategy, suggesting Sony may be reconsidering its stance amid consumer backlash. While Sony had already retooled factories away from disc manufacturing, the move indicates a potential softening of its position. The controversy stems from fan petitions and boycotts, though some industry figures previously supported the shift to digital. Physical sales remain significant for some titles, complicating the transition.
Sony has filed a patent describing a system that allows the DualSense controller to act as a wireless relay for payments. By detecting a nearby smartphone via NFC or Bluetooth, the controller could transmit payment details to the console, eliminating the need for manual card entry during digital purchases.
Sony has filed a patent describing a system that allows PlayStation controllers to act as payment relays for digital content. The technology would enable users to transfer credit card or wallet details from a smartphone to the console via NFC, Bluetooth, or physical contact, streamlining purchases for games and in-app items. This move aligns with Sony’s strategy to deepen its all-digital ecosystem ahead of the 2028 discontinuation of physical discs. While the patent suggests a focus on convenience and security, it also raises questions about the frictionless nature of future transactions within a platform that legally defines digital games as licenses rather than owned property.