PlayStation ‘Blackout’ Planned In August To Protest Discless Future
PlayStation fans plan August blackout to protest Sony's discless future
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This led to backlash, with PlayStation fans planning a blackout in August to protest the change. The blackout, also referred to as a boycott, is set to take place in August, though details on its scope and organization are not specified.
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The reporting (4)
- PlayStation Fans Are Going Dark With a “PS5 Blackout” in August to Protest Sony Killing the Disc Yahoo Tech · 1d ago
- PlayStation is giving up on discs. Here’s what it means for Tampa Bay video game stores Tampa Bay Times · 1d ago
- Angry Critics of Sony Call on PlayStation Boycott Over Decision to Kill Discs IGN · 1d ago
- PlayStation ‘Blackout’ Planned In August To Protest Discless Future Kotaku · 1d ago broke it first
Quick answers
What is the PlayStation blackout?
A planned blackout in August to protest Sony's decision to move away from discs
Why are PlayStation fans protesting?
Against Sony's decision to kill discs
When did Sony decide to stop using discs?
July 2026
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