# 368 - Gamers Reject an All-Digital Future, A New Studio Pushing Against Live-Service Trends, What Hollywood Keeps Getting Wrong | 06.07.26

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Podcast: [The Evening Buzz](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-evening-buzz-6299356)
Published: 2026-07-06T18:28:53+00:00
Episode link: https://theeveningbuzz.transistor.fm/274
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This episode covers a major gamer backlash against an all-digital future, while analysts say PlayStation is unlikely to reverse its decision to end physical discs from 2028. We also cover former Modern Warfare creative strategist Robert Bowling launching //18.bravo, a new studio pushing against live-service trends with a focus on long-term community play, and Polygon’s argument that Hollywood has spent 25 years learning the wrong lessons from The Lord of the Rings. The Evening Buzz is an entertainment talk-show that focuses on local & international pop culture; movie and video game reviews, new weekly releases (on Netflix, Apple TV, and more). It keeps you updated with the latest in entertainment and gaming news. It's all you need to know in the internet culture trends. Presented by Mikail Atiyeh Friday till Monday from 8 - 9 PM GST in the UAE on 95.00 FM, online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com and www.sba.net.ae/en or via our App: Maraya App.

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