PlayStation is "hearing the feedback from customers" on discs, says JRPG boss

gamesradar.com Sep 25, 2026

PlayStation is “hearing the feedback from customers” on discs, says JRPG boss

Curated by Shubham · TechCapsules · Sep 25, 2026

AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

Sony confirmed it will cease production of physical PlayStation game discs in 2028, a move that has sparked vocal backlash from collectors and niche publishers. Nippon Ichi Software president Kenzo Saruhashi told Kotaku at PAX West that Sony appears to be listening to customer feedback and that the decision could be revisited, though no timeline was given. The comments coincide with unverified reports that Sony is surveying developers about the disc phase‑out. NIS America, which relies on limited releases for titles such as Disgaea, Ys and Trails, emphasized the importance of discs to its business model. Sony argues that eliminating discs will cut manufacturing costs, remove retailer revenue sharing, and prevent losses from used sales, paving the way for PS6.

💡 Why It Matters

· A reversal could sustain niche publishers’ physical‑edition revenue and keep collector enthusiasm alive, challenging Sony’s push toward an exclusively digital ecosystem.

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Fans’ PS6 Physical Disc Hopes Rise After PlayStation’s New Developer Survey

Sony Interactive Entertainment announced it will cease production of physical discs for new PlayStation titles in January 2028, aligning with the anticipated PlayStation 6 launch. A large developer survey, reportedly sent by Sony, asked developers about concerns over eliminating physical copies, following backlash at Gamescom and fan protests. Tom from the Broken Silicon podcast highlighted that the survey is unusually extensive and noted that titles like Marvel’s Wolverine continue to sell well in physical form. Sony has not issued an official statement on the survey’s findings.

💡 The survey signals Sony’s willingness to reassess its digital‑first strategy amid developer and consumer pushback, potentially reshaping how future PlayStation games are distributed.

ign.com · Sep 25

Viral Resident Evil Stunt Footage Shows the Wild Way the ‘Katamari Monster’…

Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil film has revealed the real‑world origin of its “Katamari Monster.” Stunt performers, led by Jakub Hudlicky of Movement Production, filmed themselves strapped together and moving in unison to mimic the creature’s rolling motion. The footage, captured in July 2025, was used by CGI artists to animate the monster’s locomotion, though the final shots are fully computer‑generated. The reveal underscores the film’s blend of practical stunt work and digital effects.

💡 The stunt‑based choreography demonstrates how live‑action techniques can inform high‑budget CGI, offering a new blueprint for creature design in blockbuster horror.

eurogamer.net · Sep 25

Resident Evil Requiem’s made over $500m since release, but the new film…

Resident Evil Requiem has surpassed $500 million in sales, the highest for any mainline entry, according to Alinea Analytics. The PS5 remains the top platform, with 4 million copies sold, 30 % of which are physical. The new film reboot, directed by Zach Cregger, opened to $108 million worldwide but did not significantly boost Requiem’s sales; Capcom’s pre‑release discounts reduced daily PS5 revenue by 4 %. The film did increase daily players for older titles, notably a 48 % jump for the Resident Evil 2 remake.

💡 The film’s modest effect on sales underscores how price strategy can outweigh cross‑media hype. It also signals that even blockbuster franchises may need targeted pricing to sustain revenue growth.

radiotimes.com · Sep 25

Control Resonant codes: Full list of codes and how to redeem them

Remedy Entertainment’s new title Control Resonant offers a single promotional code, EV172-LN211–PL279, which unlocks the MIO Specialist’s Robe outfit. The code originates from a Chinese marketing push and is redeemable through the game’s pause menu under Options → Gameplay → Enter Redeem Code. Players enter the code, submit it, and the robe appears in any Manhattan wardrobe. The article details the redemption steps and notes that the code is not case‑sensitive. No additional codes are currently available.

💡 The exclusive code ties the game to a real‑world promotional partnership, showcasing how developers use regional marketing to drive engagement and expand the player base.

eurogamer.net · Sep 25

Skyrim loremaster says The Elder Scrolls never got a Fallout: New Vegas-style…

Kurt Kuhlmann, former lead developer and loremaster on Skyrim, told the FRVR podcast that Bethesda has never entertained an external studio creating a main‑line‑style Elder Scrolls spin‑off, unlike the partnership with Obsidian that produced Fallout: New Vegas. He said director Todd Howard is “very protective” of the franchise, fearing a comparable debate over which studio delivers a superior Elder Scrolls game. Kuhlmann noted that The Elder Scrolls Online has kept fans engaged during the long wait for The Elder Scrolls VI, shifting player expectations toward the live‑service experience. He added that he left Bethesda in 2023, and that recent corporate changes—Xbox’s focus on flagship titles and Obsidian’s integration under Bethesda—could eventually open the door for a spin‑off after VI’s release and renewed fan interest in 2025.

💡 A Bethesda‑approved Elder Scrolls spin‑off would give the franchise a fresh single‑player experience while the studio concentrates on VI, keeping the community engaged during the multi‑year gap.

playstationlifestyle.net · Sep 25

PS5 Version of Acclaimed Adventure Game Gets 2026 Release Date

Feel Free Games’ Luma Island, originally launched on PC in 2025, will reach PlayStation 5 and Xbox in 2026, adding cross‑platform multiplayer for up to four players. The cozy adventure blends homesteading, farming, fishing, and exploration, taking players into jungles, caverns, and temples without stamina limits or inventory caps. The PS5 version’s release date remains unconfirmed, but the PS Store page is live, allowing users to wishlist the title while awaiting an official launch announcement.

💡 The game’s cross‑play feature expands its community reach, enabling shared experiences across major consoles and potentially setting a new standard for indie titles.