PlayStation has resumed its social media activity as though business were as usual, but the community is far from ready to move on. The comment sections across their platforms have devolved into a chaotic battlefield as users continue to vent their frustrations over the recent controversial developments.
Amidst the outcry, many are questioning if the GTA 6 reveal served as the definitive death knell for physical media. With developers confirming that the boxed editions will be disc-less, speculation is mounting. Given the deep-rooted partnership between Rockstar Games and Sony, it is highly probable that the developer had insider knowledge regarding the policy shift well before it went public. Logistics of this magnitude—such as repurposing massive manufacturing facilities—do not materialize overnight, aligning perfectly with the tight window between the game’s pre-order announcement and Sony’s official policy change.
If these suspicions hold weight, any lingering expectations for a physical disc release of Grand Theft Auto VI should likely be abandoned.
Adding to the intrigue is the abrupt reversion of the PlayStation App icon, which had been briefly overhauled with a GTA VI aesthetic. While some enthusiasts argue that a PR-conscious Rockstar forced Sony to distance itself from the brand to avoid fallout, this theory feels like a stretch. It is far more plausible that the crossover was nothing more than a fleeting promotional stunt designed to maximize hype. Of all the rumors currently permeating the gaming sphere, this particular narrative remains the least convincing.
Source: gta.com.ua