https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/former-square-enix-exec-says-disc-free-games-will-lower-pricesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/former-square-enix-exec-says-disc-free-games-will-lower-priceshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/former-square-enix-exec-says-disc-free-games-will-lower-prices#u44703Tue, 18 Aug 2026 02:45:06 +0000A former Square Enix executive asserts that eliminating physical discs will lower the price of digital games. This claim coincides with Sony's decision to phase out PlayStation disc releases, a move that has sparked concerns regarding game preservation and consumer rights. While the manufacturing costs for PS5 and Xbox discs remain industrial secrets, some analysts argue the shift away from physical media was inevitable. Concerns persist that future hardware, such as a potential PS6, could reach price points as high as $1,000, which would significantly restrict the available audience.Why