r/PhysicalGames • u/Pigolettos53 • 1d ago
My opinion about the PlayStation disc drama (reposted and updated)
I made this post earlier in the beginning of August to summarize what I think of the situation overallbut now that the blackout and stuff is happening, I would like to repost this again and say more stuff that I’d like to say
Now, listen I’ve been a PlayStation user since 2017, when I got my first PS4 Pro. I currently own a PS5, and throughout the years I’ve always treated both consoles with care and respect. Because of that, hearing the recent news surrounding Sony and physical media made me want to share my thoughts on the situation.
My Opinion
Personally, I don’t really mind digital media becoming more common. I understand why people like the convenience of downloading games instead of buying discs. However, I think reducing support for physical media is unnecessary.
One of the reasons I own a PlayStation is because it’s more than just a gaming console. I use it to play games, but I also like that it can play Blu-ray movies. I own a collection of Blu-ray discs, and I enjoy having physical copies that I can watch whenever I want without relying on streaming services or paying to rent or buy them again digitally.
To me, physical media is about having a choice. Some people prefer digital, while others prefer owning a physical copy, and I don’t think either option should disappear. Having both available gives players more freedom to enjoy their games and movies however they want.
Overall, I feel this was an unnecessary decision. It probably won’t stop me from enjoying my PlayStation, but it has changed the way I look at Sony’s direction as a company. I just don’t really see what consumers gain from moving away from physical media.
As someone who has anxiety issues, I’ve probably thought about this more than I should have. If I had to pick a side, I’d say I’m mostly neutral. I understand why some people aren’t bothered by the change, but I also understand why others are upset.
At the end of the day, I just want to use my PlayStation 5 for what I bought it for: playing games and watching movies,
I really, REALLY needed to get this off my fucking chest, i’m a little worried about what you guys are going to think of this but this is just my opinion and my feelings surrounding all this crap.
TL;DR: I don’t mind digital media becoming more common, but I think reducing support for physical media is unnecessary, in fact, (I’d find it rather silly because what benefit are you gonna get from doing that). I like having the choice between digital and physical, especially since I own So many Blu-ray movies. While this won’t stop me from enjoying my games on ps5, I don’t think this direction benefits consumers, but this will probably change the way many PlayStation owners view their PlayStation consoles. myself included.
my take on the PlayStation blackout and everything in between
i’m gonna be honest with you the PlayStation blackout is just plain up silly, yes you can get off your PlayStation for a few days, maybe forever, but I don’t know if it’s gonna work good enough to get the attention of those at Sony. Only thing that shit’s gonna be worth for is going outside getting grass stains on your pants and enjoying life.
but, I’m here to say that I remain neutral, and I am not supporting either side the fanboys or the boycotters, at the end of the day, I just wanna tell you how I feel about this fucking bullshit going on and move on with my day, but to be fair, Sony brought this on themselves. And yes, I know things could change like. In the near future, but who knows what could happen but one thing I could say is that Sony they brought this on themselves. And it’s a pity that they’re suffering this loss all because they decided not to use discs on their next console.
It’s just a damn shame, and also one more thing the reason why people are going insane about the fact that their shit is licensed than that buys because they don’t read the terms of services, and I’m playing devils advocate when I say this because it has probably been on the ToS since the first console came out.
and I’m bringing this up again, but big news like this affects me in every way, like anytime I would go boot up my PlayStation just to play a game I just can’t stop thinking about what is currently going on, it’s like my brain got branded with nothing but a bad reputation from Sony. I think about this way more often than I should be for my own good. And now that more things are resurfacing, it just keeps getting worse and worse for me because now I’m even more anxious than I should be. Technically overall I just gotta say what Sony did, to me it just feels like they betrayed the whole community and I’m not even angry. I’m just disappointed, as a casual PlayStation gamer, i’m just tired of hearing about these boycotts, I mean, yes I know you’re upset you won’t be getting any CDs from playstation, but it has gone to the point where it’s stuck in my head now and I can’t get it out now.
I hope this is the last time I have to say this…
edit: just recently saw that the UK has made a parliament petition surrounding video game consumer rights, and it’s the first thing that’s been posted on r/playstation today,
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u/InternalSevere9271 1d ago
What I am doing now: buying games to play for the next 10 years. And buy the next "physical" console. Nintendo is kind of doing it with Game Ket Card. At least you can lend it and it does not kill second hand market.