Devices · 2h ago
Sony to Shut PS3 and Vita Stores, Signals End of Physical Games
Sony confirmed it will close the PlayStation 3 and PS Vita digital storefronts, removing access to thousands of digital-only titles. The move comes as Sony also signals a future without physical game discs, raising concerns about game preservation. Critics argue this underscores the importance of physical media for ownership and access.
Meridian48 take
Sony's dual announcements highlight a growing tension between convenience and preservation, but the real story is how platform closures could erase gaming history.
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Sony announces that the PS3 and Vita stores are going offline on the same day it tells us we won't be able to buy physical games in future — 'This is why physical media matters' →
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