Nintendo reports a full 38.5% of its sales are still physical in the wake of Sony abandoning discs
That does include DLC and digital-only games, however
Abandoning is a web-based game released in January 2023. Recent coverage has focused primarily on industry statements rather than the game itself, with headlines touching on major publishers' approaches to physical versus digital distribution. Sega's president addressed the company's stance on media formats, emphasizing that while digital expansion remains important - particularly on PC - the company maintains commitment to physical releases despite industry shifts toward digital-only models. The broader conversation reflects ongoing changes in how games reach players across different platforms and formats.
That does include DLC and digital-only games, however
"We're seeing an increase in the number of people playing on PC"
Sega president Shuji Utsumi recently talked about the company's stance on game distribution.