# Phantom Blade Zero State of Play bravely leaves comments on, is flooded with PlayStation fans telling Sony “no disc no buy”

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/phantom-blade-zero-state-of-play-bravely-leaves-comments-on-is-flooded-with-playstation-fans-telling-sony-no-disc-no-buy/
- Published: 2026-08-18T10:45:27+00:00
- Updated: 2026-08-18T13:06:14+00:00
- Original publisher: GamesRadar+
- Original article: https://www.gamesradar.com/games/action-rpg/phantom-blade-zero-state-of-play-bravely-leaves-comments-on-is-flooded-with-playstation-fans-telling-sony-no-disc-no-buy/
- Topics: Entertainment, Gaming

## Key points

- Sony's Phantom Blade Zero State of Play left comments open on YouTube.
- Fans flooded the section demanding a physical disc release.
- "No disc, no buy" reflects ongoing frustration with digital-only games.

## Summary

Sony held a State of Play showcase for the upcoming action RPG Phantom Blade Zero and left the YouTube comments section open, only for it to be inundated with PlayStation fans demanding a physical disc release of the game. Commenters repeatedly used the phrase "no disc, no buy" to signal that they would not purchase the title unless it is offered in a physical format, reflecting a wider ongoing frustration among console owners about the industry's continued shift towards digital-only releases.

The backlash illustrates a recurring flashpoint between publishers and a vocal segment of the gaming community, who value physical media for reasons including resale value, collectability and concerns over long-term access to purchases tied to digital storefronts. Phantom Blade Zero, developed by S-GAME, has generated significant anticipation for its combat-focused gameplay, making the comment backlash notable as a signal of consumer sentiment ahead of the game's release.

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