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Sony PS5 to go digital-only by 2028; Helldivers 2 preps level cap increase

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Sony is adding warning labels to its PlayStation 5 consoles, informing consumers that physical disc versions of games will cease to be available after January 2028. This move signals a significant shift towards a digital-only future for the console. Meanwhile, the popular game Helldivers 2 is reportedly preparing for an increased level cap, suggesting upcoming content or expansions for the game. AI

RANK_REASON Product update and announcement regarding future support for a gaming console.

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Sony PS5 to go digital-only by 2028; Helldivers 2 preps level cap increase

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COVERAGE [2]

  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    📰 Helldivers 2 getting an upgraded level cap probably isn't what that spooky teddy bear teaser was about, but is almost definitely in preparation for it Tonally

    📰 Helldivers 2 getting an upgraded level cap probably isn't what that spooky teddy bear teaser was about, but is almost definitely in preparation for it Tonally mercurial co-op shooter Helldivers 2 is boosting its level cap, again, in another hint that something big is brewing in…

    LINKS rockpapershotgun.com/helldivers-2-getting…
  2. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    🎮 Sony Is Slapping Warning Labels On PS5s About Its Discless Future The newly added label warns consumers that PS5 games 'will be available for purchase on Play

    🎮 Sony Is Slapping Warning Labels On PS5s About Its Discless Future The newly added label warns consumers that PS5 games 'will be available for purchase on PlayStation Store and at retailers in digital format only' after January 2028 📰 Source: Kotaku 🔗 Link: https://kotaku.com/ps…

    LINKS kotaku.com/ps5-playstation-5-discs-physic…

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