Physical media enthusiasts frustrated by Sony's plan to end PS5 disc manufacturing in 2028 are organising a week-long "blackout," urging players to unplug their consoles from 23rd to 30th August. The protest aims to depress Sony's daily active user figures and spending, one of the platform holder's key performance metrics, though Sony has already stated it has seen "no impact" from earlier boycott efforts, including claims of mass PS Plus cancellations.

Participants will miss the start of the Modern Warfare 4 beta on 28th August, alongside releases including Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol 2, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, and Star Wars Zero Company, all launching during the boycott window. Reaction has been mixed, with some fans pledging support and others, including commenters on the article, doubting a week-long pause will meaningfully affect Sony given the scale of participation likely required.