This petition is important to many gamers and people who love owning physical media, because PlayStation's shift to making all games digital-only from January 2028

 impacts us all. When PlayStation removes the ability to own physical copies of games, they gain the power to remove games from our libraries whenever they decide to shut down servers or platforms. This is a direct threat to consumer rights to own the products they purchase.

Owning a physical copy of a game offers a sense of ownership and permanence that a mere digital code cannot provide. With physical games, players not only enjoy their purchase but can also resell, trade, or gift them as they wish. A digital-only future means that places like CeX and other trade-in game stores will face financial struggles. This move seems like an attempt by PlayStation to prevent anyone else from making money through second-hand sales of their games.

Moreover, let's not forget the issues of digital rights management and potential digital storefront closures in the future. If a store closes, access to games might be revoked, reducing our game collections and undermining our ownership. Game preservation is another significant concern; physical copies are often the only reliable form of ensuring classic or beloved titles remain accessible.

By urging PlayStation to reconsider this decision, we protect the interests of gamers who rely on physical media, game stores that facilitate second-hand sales, and ensure a more consumer-friendly gaming environment. Please sign this petition to encourage PlayStation to keep offering physical game options beyond 2026 and uphold the gaming community's rights and interests.