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Sony explores disc-free PlayStation future with retailers

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Sony is exploring a future for its PlayStation consoles that relies less on physical discs and more on digital codes. The company has been in discussions with retailers about how to transition to this model, with suggestions that physical boxes containing digital download codes could still be sold in stores. This move aims to create mutually beneficial outcomes for both Sony and its retail partners as the industry shifts towards digital distribution. AI

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Sony explores disc-free PlayStation future with retailers

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    🎮 Sony says it’s been talking to retailers about its disc-free future, suggests US retailers may still sell codes in a box The PlayStation company says it's try

    🎮 Sony says it’s been talking to retailers about its disc-free future, suggests US retailers may still sell codes in a box The PlayStation company says it's trying to find "win-win" situations with retailers 📰 Source: VGC 🔗 Link: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/sony-says…

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