PlayStation's Physical Media-Free Future Isn't Just Concerning, It's Offensive

Mission Intelligence: This briefing analyzes Sony’s strategic pivot toward a physical media-free PlayStation future. Key risks include loss of true ownership, weakened game preservation, and heightened vulnerability to delistings and server shutdowns. The move centralizes control with the platform holder, turning long-term access into a revocable service rather than a product. Expect escalating debates on consumer rights, archival ethics, and the survival of game history.