Sony recently published a promotional trailer on its official YouTube channel titled “Only on PS5,” highlighting exclusive games including Astro Bot, Ghost of Yotei, Marvel’s Wolverine, God of War Laufey, Gran Turismo 7, and Saros.
However, the trailer generated significant player discontent, with most comments focusing on a separate Sony decision announced this summer: the company is abandoning physical PlayStation game discs. According to the source, many players dislike this shift toward digital-only distribution.
Comments on the trailer revealed strong opposition to the disc discontinuation. Players expressed their concerns directly, with statements like “Don’t take our discs,” “Only discs,” and “I WILL ONLY BUY THE DISC VERSION.” One commenter parodied Sony’s advertising message, writing: “This could be you… If only you submit to our will, become an obedient little consumer, pay us hundreds of dollars for access to our games, and never own anything again.”
The frustration has escalated beyond social media commentary. This month, some PlayStation fans announced a boycott campaign. What was initially planned as a week-long action has now become indefinite, according to the source. Participants believe that if online metrics on PlayStation consoles decrease due to the boycott, Sony might reconsider its decision and bring back physical discs.
The tension between Sony’s digital-forward strategy and player preferences for physical media ownership reflects broader debates in the gaming industry about consumer rights and access models. While Sony continues promoting its exclusive game library as a reason to purchase PS5 consoles, players are using the comment section and organized boycotts to demonstrate their preference for disc-based ownership options.
Key facts
- Sony published a “Only on PS5” trailer showcasing exclusive games including Astro Bot, Ghost of Yotei, and Marvel’s Wolverine
- Sony announced this summer it is discontinuing physical PlayStation game discs
- Players responded with overwhelming backlash in comments on the promotional trailer
- Some PlayStation fans have initiated an indefinite boycott, hoping decreased online engagement will convince Sony to reverse the disc discontinuation decision