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Physical special and collector's edition PlayStation releases will likely become rarer and pricier as Sony phases out discs, because physical media scarcity increases collector demand and overall costs in the next-generation market are rising. Related article "PlayStation games out before 2028 can still get disc reprints" notes that titles released before 2028 may still receive disc reprints, implying some limited continued availability for older or reprinted special editions. Answered

The end of physical media will shrink the market for used discs and physical accessories as fewer new discs are produced and collectors have less supply to buy and resell. That reduced supply and continued demand from collectors and people with poor internet could push prices up for second-hand games and accessories. (Related article: PlayStation games out before 2028 can still get disc reprints) Answered

This article does not state any specifics about backwards compatibility for disc-based PS4, PS5, or PSVR games. Related coverage notes Sony will stop producing new physical discs from January 2028 and that games released before 2028 can still get disc reprints, but no details on how disc-based backwards compatibility will be affected are given. Answered

Yes. The primary article says removing disc drives is part of a digital-first shift and notes companies use cost-cutting to offset rising component costs, implying Sony could use a disc-less design to reduce manufacturing costs. Related article "PS6 may be disc-less by default, detachable drive sold separately" (Related 1) adds that a detachable drive could be sold separately, suggesting Sony might price the base disc-less PS6 lower than a disc-capable model or recoup revenue by selling drives as add-ons. Answered