CroatiaA group of gamers has organized a protest against Sony's decision to stop producing physical game discs, calling on PlayStation owners to power off their consoles for a week. The initiative is a response to Sony's announcement that after 2027, new games will no longer be available in physical form. The protest, which began on August 23 and lasts until August 30, involves collectively turning off PlayStation consoles for a day. Participants are encouraged to return their consoles on Monday, a non-working day. The campaign was initiated by a profile on social media platform X, urging users to show support for physical media by avoiding login, gameplay, and purchases during the week. While the protest aims to reduce Sony's metrics of active players, its impact depends on widespread participation. Sony's financial report indicated that the move did not affect its operations, and a spokesperson confirmed there would be no negative impact on results.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the issue as a cultural and consumer rights concern, emphasizing the importance of physical media and the potential loss of specialized retail spaces. It highlights the grassroots nature of the protest and portrays the gamers' actions as a form of resistance against corporate-led,
