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Episode 148: Sony's End of Physical Media? & The Stores That Vanished!
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- Jul 15, 2026
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Summary
This week, PJ and Mike discuss Sony's reported plan to discontinue physical video game media by 2028 and what that could mean for the future of gaming, movies, music, and collecting. Is the era of discs and cartridges coming to an end? The guys also take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, talking about beloved retail stores and restaurant chains that have disappeared over the years. From video game shops to iconic eateries, they share their favorites and discuss why so many familiar names have vanished.