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Which groups or stakeholders did Reyes and Colosio say could be harmed by removing physical media, such as smaller developers or consumers?

Reyes and Colosio said removing physical media could limit consumer choice and harm consumers, and make it harder for smaller developers to compete in the market. They argued the shift to digital-only sales would let Sony dictate prices and terms, creating anti-competitive conditions. Answered

Mexican government put PlayStation in its crosshairs over physical disk phase out
How does the complaint argue Sony’s 2028 phase-out of PlayStation physical discs could limit consumer choice in Mexico?

The complaint argues that phasing out physical discs would make digital software sales the only sales channel for PlayStation games, allowing Sony to dictate prices and terms without market competition. It says removing physical media could limit consumer choice and make it harder for smaller developers to compete. The complaint also contends the digital-only model shifts ownership to the platform, giving Sony more control over game access and pricing and removing real physical ownership from buyers. Answered

Mexican government put PlayStation in its crosshairs over physical disk phase out
Will SEGA stop producing physical products entirely, or maintain some physical offerings?

SEGA will not stop producing physical products entirely; it says it does not want to give up the culture built around physical media and will not completely abandon physical offerings. At the same time the company is shifting toward digital for growth and expects to act on important aspects of digital in parallel, and it notes that future physical games may change format to comply with mandates like Sony's. Answered

SEGA won't abandon its physical culture, but stresses importance of digital for sales growth
How could the end of physical media impact second-hand/resale markets for PlayStation games and accessories?

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

PlayStation Disc Phaseout Saga: What You Need to Know