Legal battle against Sony: Dutch lawyers oppose the end of physical games
A group of Dutch and Mexican lawyers has initiated legal proceedings against Sony. The trigger is the tech giant's intention to stop selling physical PlayStation games starting in 2028. According to the lawyers, this decision puts consumer rights at risk.
The main point of criticism is that players will become entirely dependent on digital stores after 2028. When a company decides to remove a digital game from sale, consumers often lose access to the product they purchased. The lawyers argue that this violates the buyer's property rights.
Furthermore, the legal experts point to the consequences for the second-hand market. Physical discs can currently be resold or lent to friends. If all games are only available digitally in the future, this possibility will disappear entirely. This restricts the user's freedom to decide for themselves what happens to their purchase.
Sony has not yet officially responded to the legal action. In recent years, the company has been heavily focusing on digital services and subscriptions, such as PlayStation Plus. For many gamers, however, the physical disc remains an important part of their collection and their security as owners.
The outcome of this case could have major consequences for the entire gaming industry. If the court rules in favor of the lawyers, Sony may have to revise its plans for 2028. For now, it remains to be seen how the legal battle will develop in the Netherlands and beyond.