PlayStation Blackout won't matter — and the reasons are as obvious as the physical media you never owned
Some believe DoesItPlay's PlayStation Blackout week, protesting the end of physical media, is poorly timed and won't make a bit of difference. I tend to agree.
The PlayStation Blackout protest, initiated by the gaming preservation site DoesItPlay, aims to protest Sony's decision to cease physical game media production in 2028. The campaign calls for no logins, play sessions, or purchases on Sony's platforms. The protest's impact is doubted due to the focus on digital games and the economic benefits they offer.
The majority of gamers now rely on digital platforms, and physical media sales have been declining since 2006. The loss of physical media doesn't mean gamers gain anything in return, as ownership is based on licenses for private, non-commercial use. Despite the protest, it seems that most gamers are focused on the upcoming GTA 6 launch, rather than engaging with the PlayStation Blackout movement.
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