PlayStation's 2028 Disc Phase-Out Threatens $7.2 Billion Resale Market
Analysts say PlayStation's plan to abandon physical discs in 2028 threatens the multi-billion dollar second-hand video games resale market, driving retail changes.
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Taito Reveals JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Stone Mask PC Mouse
Japanese brand Taito is releasing an official JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Phantom Blood Stone Mask PC mouse as an arcade prize item, with a retail release set for July 31, 2026.
Pokemon Trading Card Game 30th Anniversary Products Hit By Scalping
New Pokemon TCG 30th anniversary booster bundles and mini tins are being resold well above retail price following their recent release.
UK Retailer GAME Enters Administration With £16 Million Debt
UK retailer GAME has entered administration with £16 million in reported debt, marking the end of its remaining standalone stores.
UK Retailer Game Collapses Into Administration Citing Console Shortages
Iconic UK game retailer Game has entered administration with £14 million in debt, blaming a lack of new console hardware and the industry's shift to digital.
Rhythm Heaven Groove Dominates Japanese Retail Charts for Second Week
Rhythm Heaven Groove continues its strong sales run in Japan, moving over 126,000 units on Nintendo Switch during the week of July 6 to July 12, 2026.
PS5 and PS4 Physical Game Sales Accounted for Half of 2025 UK Revenue
New data reveals that PS5 and PS4 physical games generated half of all UK retail revenue in 2025, highlighting the continued demand for disc-based media.
Weekend Deals: LEGO Technic McLaren P1, Nioh 3, and Battlefield 6
Save on the LEGO Technic McLaren P1, Nioh 3, Battlefield 6, and more in this weekend's top retail deals for July 11, 2026.
Retailer Urges Xbox to Support Physical Games in Open Letter
Independent retailer Video Games Plus has issued an open letter to Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, calling for continued support for physical media in future consoles.
Sony to End Physical Disc Production for New Games in January 2028
Sony has confirmed it will cease manufacturing physical game discs starting in January 2028, shifting all new releases to digital-only formats at retail.
Players Push Back as PlayStation Digital Prices Hit $80
With physical discs being phased out by 2028, players are questioning why digital PS5 games remain $80 despite the lack of manufacturing and retail costs.
PlayStation 6 Estimated Price Could Hit $1,000 Due to Memory Costs
Leaked Bill of Materials for the PlayStation 6 suggests a potential retail price between $900 and $1,000 as memory supply costs continue to rise.
LDLC’s 'Stim Machine' Attempted to Undercut Steam, But It’s Still Pricey
French retailer LDLC briefly offered a compact PC as a Steam Machine alternative. Here is how its specs and pricing compared to Valve’s hardware.
PlayStation 6 Manufacturing Costs Reportedly Climbing Toward $900
New reports suggest the PlayStation 6 could cost nearly $900 to manufacture, potentially leading to a retail price exceeding $1,000 for the next-gen console.
GTA 6 Digital-Only Release Puts Retailers in a Tough Spot
As Grand Theft Auto 6 shifts to a digital-first model, retailers like GameStop are struggling with low pre-orders and a lack of physical disc demand.
7 Best Legitimate Websites for Cheap PC Game Keys in 2026
Stop overpaying for games. We break down seven legitimate, authorized retailers to find the best deals on Steam, Epic, Ubisoft, and EA keys.
GTA 6 Physical Discs: Reports Suggest No Plans for Retail Release
Despite earlier support claims, new reports indicate Rockstar Games has no plans to release physical disc versions of Grand Theft Auto VI for any platform.
Retailers Warn of Potential Console Shortages Ahead of GTA 6 Launch
Major retailers warn that current-gen console supply may struggle to meet demand for the November 2026 launch of Rockstar Games' Grand Theft Auto VI.
GTA 6 Physical Copies Won't Include a Disc, Rockstar Confirms
Rockstar Games confirms GTA 6 physical copies will only contain a download code. Analysts weigh in on the impact for retailers and the future of physical media.
Retailer VGP Refuses to Stock GTA 6 Over 'Code-in-Box' Release
Independent retailer Video Games Plus is refusing to stock Grand Theft Auto VI, citing its opposition to code-in-box physical releases without discs.
Corsair Launches 40% Off Gaming Chair Sale Ahead of Prime Day
Corsair is offering 40% off the TC500 Luxe and TC100 Relaxed gaming chairs via promo codes ahead of major summer retail sales. Here is how to save.
Valve Discontinuing Physical Steam Gift Cards in 2026
Valve has announced it is ending the sale of physical Steam gift cards at retail stores in 2026 due to ongoing concerns regarding scam operations.
Kingdom Hearts 4 Release Date Window Confirmed for 2027
Kingdom Hearts 4 release date window confirmed for 2027 following a retail listing. Get the latest launch details for the upcoming Square Enix action title.
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Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Leaked for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026
Retail listings suggest Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in June 2026. Here are the latest details on the potential release.
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Pokemon Trading Card Game 30th Anniversary Products Hit By Scalping
New Pokemon TCG 30th anniversary booster bundles and mini tins are being resold well above retail price following their recent release.
Rhythm Heaven Groove Dominates Japanese Retail Charts for Second Week
Rhythm Heaven Groove continues its strong sales run in Japan, moving over 126,000 units on Nintendo Switch during the week of July 6 to July 12, 2026.
Weekend Deals: LEGO Technic McLaren P1, Nioh 3, and Battlefield 6
Save on the LEGO Technic McLaren P1, Nioh 3, Battlefield 6, and more in this weekend's top retail deals for July 11, 2026.
Retailer Urges Xbox to Support Physical Games in Open Letter
Independent retailer Video Games Plus has issued an open letter to Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, calling for continued support for physical media in future consoles.