PS Plus Subscribers Face Discounts to Retain Them Amid Disc Boycott
Originally published Jul 7, 2026
By Zack Zwiezen · Kotaku
AI-generated summary based on Kotaku · Aggregated by GamingCurve · Human-reviewed and approved on Jul 7, 2026
Key points
- PlayStation announced it will stop producing physical discs for new games by 2028, leading to fan backlash.
- Some PS Plus subscribers attempting to cancel their subscriptions were offered discounts to stay.
- Some users accepted the deals, while others refused to support Sony until the company reverses its decision.
- The situation highlights the tension between consumers and companies as the industry moves toward digital distribution.
PlayStation announced in July 2026 that it would stop producing physical discs for new games by 2028, sparking widespread backlash from fans. In response, some users attempted to cancel their PS Plus subscriptions as a form of protest. However, they were met with unexpected discounts offered by Sony to encourage them to stay subscribed. Some users reported receiving up to 50% off on PS Plus subscriptions when attempting to cancel. While some accepted these deals, others refused, stating they would not support Sony until the company reverses its decision to end physical discs. The move highlights the growing tension between consumers and companies as the industry shifts toward digital distribution.
Read the original story: Kotaku — by Zack Zwiezen