Sony's decision to end physical disc production for PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro has reignited debate over the value of physical media. Alinea Analytics data reveals that while physical sales represent less than 20% of total revenue, certain titles maintain strong disc demand. Games like Resident Evil Requiem (30.2%), Marvel's Wolverine (32.3%), and 007 First Light (29%) show robust physical sales, totaling $655 million in 2026.
However, digital-only releases and pre-order bonuses skew the overall revenue split. The data highlights a divided player base: narrative-driven, single-player titles favor physical copies, while sports and multiplayer enthusiasts prefer digital purchases. PlayStation's top sellers for 2026 include FC27, Resident Evil Requiem, 2K27, 007 First Light, and Marvel's Wolverine, with three showing notably high physical sales splits.
Source: TechPowerUp News · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing