Sony has announced plans to stop producing physical PlayStation games by 2028, sparking widespread opposition among gaming communities. The shift toward digital-only distribution is accompanied by the removal of previously purchased digital content from user libraries when licensing agreements expire. This September, Sony will delete over 550 films and television programmes from its UK store, including franchises like John Wick and Paddington, meaning customers who bought these titles will lose access entirely.

In response, gamers are organising a boycott for the final week of August, asking players to abstain from PlayStation services during that period. Advocates contend that physical media ownership provides genuine consumer rights—the ability to sell, lend, or retain games—whereas digital purchases give Sony complete control over availability and pricing, with no guarantee of permanent access. The campaign aims to demonstrate consumer resistance to corporate policies that eliminate meaningful ownership of purchased products.