Sony has officially provided an update on the future of the PlayStation Store for the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita, and while the stores aren't disappearing immediately, their days are numbered.
In this video, I break down Sony's announcement, what it means for PS3 and PS Vita owners, why digital game preservation is becoming one of the biggest issues in gaming, and whether the industry is heading toward a future where games can simply disappear.
We'll also discuss:
Why Sony says the stores have to close
What happens to your purchased games
The difference between digital ownership and physical ownership
Why collectors and preservationists are concerned
Hundreds of digital-only games that could become difficult to obtain
What this means for the future of gaming
Do you think companies have a responsibility to preserve older digital storefronts, or is this simply the cost of technological progress?
Let me know your thoughts in the comments!
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