Sony's shock ps5 announcement sparks gaming industry uproar, celebrity reactions, and brand parodies

Sony's bombshell declaration yesterday that it will cease releasing new PlayStation games on physical discs from 2028 has ignited a firestorm of criticism and ridicule across the gaming universe and beyond.

Industry insiders weigh in

As anticipated, video game developers and hardcore fans have passionately expressed their discontent at what many perceive as an abrupt abandonment of consoles supporting game discs. The news that the PS5 would ditch physical media has resonated far and wide, garnering coverage from major news outlets and prompting brands to parody the announcement on social media.

Brands join the fray

Fast food chain KFC humorously weighed in, tweeting: