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Sony Knew PS5 Disc Removal Would Cause PR Issues, Gagged Staff

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Sony anticipated significant public backlash regarding the discontinuation of physical discs for its PlayStation 5 console. According to a former developer from God of War, the company implemented stringent social media policies to prevent employees from discussing the issue publicly. This move suggests Sony was aware of the potential controversy surrounding the shift away from physical media. AI

RANK_REASON Article discusses internal company policy and PR strategy related to a product change, not a core AI development.

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Sony Knew PS5 Disc Removal Would Cause PR Issues, Gagged Staff

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