Sony | Move Away From Physical Discs Has Gamers Fighting Back

At the same time, I also understand the company's side of things.People have been taking advantage of physical games for years. Games are constantly being bought, sold, traded, rented, and resold on platforms like eBay, Mercari, Facebook Marketplace, and many other online marketplaces. Every time that game changes hands, the publisher doesn't receive another sale. The company only gets paid once, even though that same copy may be sold several times.Then there's another issue that doesn't get talked about enough—people stealing content, pirating games, copying software, and finding ways to bypass security. Companies spend hundreds of millions of dollars creating these games, paying developers, artists, writers, voice actors, programmers, and support staff. When piracy and unauthorized distribution happen, those losses add up over time.That doesn't mean I think consumers should be forced into expensive subscriptions or higher licensing costs either.One of the biggest complaints I'm seeing is that gaming is becoming more expensive every year. Between subscription services, downloadable content (DLC), season passes, online memberships, and rising game prices, many gamers feel like they're paying more than ever before. People are worried that if physical discs disappear completely, they'll lose the ability to shop around for better prices, borrow games from friends, or build collections they actually own and can display.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kingdom-influence-media--6649722/support."Kingdom Influence Media is an independent, faith-based lifestyle platform that combines news, community, and creativity. We serve as an independent news source, a vibrant forum for open discussion, and a multimedia hub where users can share videos and images. Our mission is to provide a space where voices from all walks of life can be heard, discussed, and celebrated—always through the lens of faith and everyday living. At the heart of it all, we remain rooted in keeping God as our ultimate purpose."