# DF Direct Q+A: Sony Finally Responds To End-Of-Disc Backlash - And It's Not Good News

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**Created:** [August 5, 2026, 1:31am UTC](https://www.deusop.org/t/df-direct-q-a-sony-finally-responds-to-end-of-disc-backlash-and-its-not-good-news/278 "2026-08-05T01:31:10Z")\
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**Post date:** [August 5, 2026, 1:31am UTC](https://www.deusop.org/t/df-direct-q-a-sony-finally-responds-to-end-of-disc-backlash-and-its-not-good-news/278/1 "2026-08-05T01:31:10Z")

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Sony has officially addressed the backlash regarding the end-of-disc era with a response that isn’t particularly optimistic for physical media enthusiasts. The discussion, detailed in this DF Direct Q&A, highlights Sony’s stance on shifting hardware priorities. Video from Digital Foundry.

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Publish Date: 2026-08-04-17:00

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