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Ubisoft CEO sees disc-free future as manageable transition, cites PC digital shift as growth model

Ubisoft's CEO responded to reports of Sony potentially eliminating disc drives from future PlayStation consoles, arguing that the transition away from physical media would not cause major industry disruption. He pointed to PC gaming's successful shift to digital-only distribution as evidence that the market can adapt and even grow under such a model.

First seen Jul 23 ago2 sources covering

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What we know

  • Ubisoft CEO stated disc discontinuation would not create significant industry turmoil
  • PC gaming's digital-only market is cited as a precedent for successful transition
  • Digital distribution is seen as a growth driver for the gaming market