Sony announced it will discontinue physical disc production for PlayStation beginning January 2028, prompting significant public opposition. A Change.org petition titled "Don't Kill the Disc" has attracted more than 170,000 signatures, indicating substantial concern among consumers and retailers about the shift toward digital-only gaming.

The petition, launched by a Canadian game retailer, draws particular attention to Sony's apparent reversal on consumer rights. The company explicitly championed game ownership and resale in 2013, contrasting itself favourably with competitors who restricted such freedoms. Supporters now argue that eliminating physical media will restrict consumer choice, diminish true ownership in favour of licensing, threaten game preservation, and allow Sony disproportionate control should other industry players follow its lead. Sony has not publicly addressed the petition or the widespread negative response to its announcement.