The gaming community is currently locked in a passionate debate over physical media. Recent leaks indicate Microsoft's next console, codenamed Project Helix, will buck the digital-only trend. Rumours ...

With PlayStation already planting its flag on ending physical media in 2028, the biggest question surrounding Xbox's rumored "Project Helix" console is whether Microsoft will beat Sony to the punch ...

There are no signs that gamers are buying up standalone disc drives for the PlayStation 5 ahead of Sony's move to an all-digital future. While it is certainly possible that there is an influx of sales ...

If you head to PlayStation’s PS Direct store, you can still pick up a Disc Drive for PS5 Slim and PS5 Pro consoles, which is great for fans who don’t already have one or want to make sure they have ...

A new report now claims Xbox, like PlayStation, is set to "drop the disc drive." Earlier today, Sony confirmed plans to discontinue physical discs for new games launching on PS consoles from January ...

Following Sony’s announcement that it will not support PlayStation discs starting in 2028 and conjecture that the PS6 won’t have a disc drive, it’s now been reported that Microsoft’s next-gen Xbox, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Of the PlayStation 5 lineup, the PS5 Digital Edition (Slim) is the cheapest at $599 because it doesn't include a disc drive. Buying digital is ...

This move could be concerning among gamers who prefer physical discs, as they can be rented, are often available for cheap, and can be shared among friends. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) ...

If you were to buy a new laptop, you'd have a hard time finding one with a built-in disc drive that can read CDs, DVDs, or Blu-ray discs. That's been the case for years, with Apple famously starting ...

Installing a disc drive on the PlayStation 5 is fairly straightforward and requires no tools. All you need is a sturdy place to set the console on its side and decent lighting to see what you’re doing ...