“We still value the culture of physical media” As PlayStation prepares for an all-digital future, Sega president comes out in support of discs
Sega president Shuji Utsumi has defended the continued importance of physical games media while acknowledging that greater digital distribution is necessary. His comments come amid backlash to Sony’s reported plan to end PlayStation disc manufacturing and sales by 2028, which has raised concerns about ownership and consumer rights.
Utsumi said Sega needs to strengthen digital distribution as PC gaming expands, including in places where consoles are less accessible. However, he said Sega still values the culture of physical media and intends to develop digital and physical approaches in parallel, drawing on its history as a former console manufacturer.
- Sega supports digital growth but still values physical game discs.
- Sony’s reported disc plans have prompted consumer-rights concerns.
- Sega cites growing PC gaming as a reason to expand digitally.