Xbox, PlayStation, and the Future of Games: Gaming Is Expensive — Gamertag Radio

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This week on Gamertag Radio, the whole crew is back! Gaming’s getting expensive, chaotic, and all digital. From Sony killing physical discs in 2028 to Microsoft’s disc-to-digital plans, layoffs, and price hikes. Paris Lily, Peter Toledo, and Danny Peña break down how inflation, exclusives, and corporate moves are turning a hobby into a luxury.

In this episode:

How Sony’s 2028 digital-only shift could lock you out of your favorite games
The real reason behind the rising console prices—spoiler: it’s not just inflation
Why the industry’s debt spiral might be the biggest threat to gaming’s future
The death of physical media and the implications for game preservation
Industry insiders weigh in on layoffs, studio closures, and the madness of rumors
The impact of government regulation on digital ownership and the murky waters of licensing
Future of backward compatibility and the long road to game preservation

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