Sony's Disc Death Marks End of Game Ownership
Source: Aftermath
Sony's shift away from physical game discs eliminates the last consumer escape hatch from permanent digital licensing. You can no longer buy, sell, or own a game outright—only rent access indefinitely. This consolidates Sony's control over the entire game lifecycle: what you can play, when you can play it, and what happens when servers shut down or licensing agreements expire. The move reflects a consumer shift where ownership is being replaced by metered access. Major entertainment platforms are betting that convenience and connected features matter more to most users than the ability to preserve or resell what they've paid for.