kingwingin
Member
Garbage company.
They need to give up on printing their own physical and just allow a third party to do it. I don't care if I have to pay more for a proper 2 disc release.
Physical Releases - News & Discussion Corner |OT| Physical Games Are Dead, Long Live Physical Games
They need to give up on printing their own physical and just allow a third party to do it. I don't care if I have to pay more for a proper 2 disc release.
Diseased Yak
Gold Member
Me too. It really sucks that this is the trend. I don't see physical fully going away, instead I see it becoming more like vinyl is, or one-off art posters, etc, where we'll see bespoke physicals coming for certain titles, particularly indie titles, but the vast major will be digital only, or a case with a code bullshit, etc.
LavitzSlambert
Member
The only way to push back against this, hard, is to avoid buying it altogether. They WANT you to defer to the digital edition by intentionally limiting the physical one. The only reason they are even releasing a disc is because they saw how hard Alan Wake 2 sales got hit going digital only.
Doom looks great, maybe I'll buy a digital version under $10. No way I'm paying full price for a single player disc key code release. I don't care if I can transfer ownership or not with a virtual game card equivalent, it's an unnecessary incomplete release.
If publishers want us to embrace a digital only future, they can embrace their audience paying next to nothing for the games.
Hypereides
Member
Big haul recently:
Clair obscur: expedition 33
No more heroes 3
Ultra age
Valkyrie elysium
a.o.
Clair obscur: expedition 33
No more heroes 3
Ultra age
Valkyrie elysium
a.o.
I'd wager they're doing it deliberately to nudge people into thinking physical is an unattractive option. Its basically their way of slowly killing off the physical format and push people into their fenced digital domain. Same applies to the rest of the publishers who are doing this. They don't want to cause an immediate uproar so they chose the slow route instead.
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Gambit2483
Member
Sooo....Does anyone know why WB Games is re-releasing this collection in less than 2 weeks? Is this the "Return to Arkham" versions of Asylum/City or the original ports/art? Just a very odd, random, under the radar physical release...
videogamesplus.ca
Edit: Hopefully this means they have plans to "fix" Arkham Knight for the Switch 2
Batman: Arkham Collection - Playstation 4
Batman: Arkham Collection Batman: Arkham Collection brings you the definitive versions of Rocksteady's Arkham Trilogy games, including all post-launch content, in one complete collection.Experience two of the most critically acclaimed titles of the last generation - Batman: Arkham Asylum and...
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Edit: Hopefully this means they have plans to "fix" Arkham Knight for the Switch 2
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Kupfer
Member
This is weird.Sooo....Does anyone know why WB Games is re-releasing this collection in less than 2 weeks? Is this the "Return to Arkham" versions of Asylum/City or the original ports/art? Just a very odd, random, under the radar physical release...
Batman: Arkham Collection - Playstation 4
Batman: Arkham Collection Batman: Arkham Collection brings you the definitive versions of Rocksteady's Arkham Trilogy games, including all post-launch content, in one complete collection.Experience two of the most critically acclaimed titles of the last generation - Batman: Arkham Asylum and...
Edit: Hopefully this means they have plans to "fix" Arkham Knight for the Switch 2
It still doesn't have Arkham Knight on disc, just like the old release.
emivita
Member
Just like I-II-II - Nice! That's what I hoped for
Tomb Raider IV-V-VI Remastered Deluxe Edition includes:
- the physical game
- Steelbook
- an exploration map book
- a greatest hits music CD
- collector's box
Release Date: September 19, 2025
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Now THAT'S the definition of sexy. Give it to me now!
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Alan Wake
Member
Great! Just like the I-II-III release. I will get the same this time again.Just like I-II-II - Nice! That's what I hoped for
Tomb Raider IV-V-VI Remastered Deluxe Edition includes:
- the physical game
- Steelbook
- an exploration map book
- a greatest hits music CD
- collector's box
Release Date: September 19, 2025
Source
Thick Thighs Save Lives
NeoGAF's Physical Games Advocate Extraordinaire
Looks like Clear River Games will do physical releases for Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP in the European market. I might finally grab a copy since I didn't want to get one through LRG or import one from PlayAsia since I didn't felt like it was worth the shipping & import fees.
Kupfer
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Kupfer
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Thick Thighs Save Lives
Can't find the post you shared about something happening @ Lost in Cult, but I jsut got their announcement :
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Impotaku
Member
Just spotted this on my twitter feed as well, never ordered something so far as i have been wishing that thank goodness you're here would be given a physical switch release by someone. Hoping it's not a wait over a yer affair as i have only ever ordered a book from them before and that took quite a while to finally be completed & arrive but it does look like they are putting in the effort on presentation of the games they chose but not cheap at £60
Can't find the post you shared about something happening @ Lost in Cult, but I jsut got their announcement :
Thick Thighs Save Lives
NeoGAF's Physical Games Advocate Extraordinaire
Nice! Will probably going to buy a lot of their standard edition releases that they'll print and distribute through PMStudios, especially since they'll be available through retailers.
Can't find the post you shared about something happening @ Lost in Cult, but I jsut got their announcement :
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Edit: VGP already have all the Lost in Cult standard editions up for pre-order on their website.
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Kupfer
Member
This is awesome.
I have to admit that these games aren't exactly to my taste, but the direction they're taking is exactly what I've been hoping for.
It really sounds like they're trying to do everything right. Now I just hope that in the future, some titles make it into their lineup that are more up my alley.
Killer8
Member
SUPERDELUXE once again putting parent company LRG to shame:
Tomba Deluxe Edition - ¥7,181 (~$50) on Amazon JP, lower price if you don't care about the Amazon exclusive digital wallpaper lol
All three Castlevania collections are now available to pre-order with the deluxe treatment on Amazon JP now. Remember that combined shipping on Amazon JP massively decreases the shipping costs and they will still ship out each item as it becomes available.
Patapon 1+2 Replay is also now available for pre-order on Amazon ES for €34,99 (~$40). I have no idea if it will be available on other regional EU stores yet but i'd assume so. It's been confirmed not to be getting a US physical run for the time being.
Tomba Deluxe Edition - ¥7,181 (~$50) on Amazon JP, lower price if you don't care about the Amazon exclusive digital wallpaper lol
Castlevania Dominus Collection - ¥8,360 (~$58) on Amazon JP (sans digital wallpaper price)
All three Castlevania collections are now available to pre-order with the deluxe treatment on Amazon JP now. Remember that combined shipping on Amazon JP massively decreases the shipping costs and they will still ship out each item as it becomes available.
Patapon 1+2 Replay is also now available for pre-order on Amazon ES for €34,99 (~$40). I have no idea if it will be available on other regional EU stores yet but i'd assume so. It's been confirmed not to be getting a US physical run for the time being.
Rocco Schiavone
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marcincz
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SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Standard Edition (Switch, PS5, Xbox) – Limited Run Games
SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Standard Edition is region-free. This is an open pre-order for a limited time. PRE-ORDERS CLOSE ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2025, AT 11:59 PM EASTERN TIME. The iconic SHINOBI returns in an all-new 2D action platformer with a unique hand-drawn look created by the team behind...
limitedrungames.com
Next interesting title from LRG.
Signalis
Member
LRG can go get fuckedSHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Standard Edition (Switch, PS5, Xbox) – Limited Run Games
SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Standard Edition is region-free. This is an open pre-order for a limited time. PRE-ORDERS CLOSE ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2025, AT 11:59 PM EASTERN TIME. The iconic SHINOBI returns in an all-new 2D action platformer with a unique hand-drawn look created by the team behind...
Next interesting title from LRG.
Gambit2483
Member
Unless it's a true LRG exclusive (i.e. a numbered release) there's litterally no point/advantage in going with them. You will most likely get the game a month or 2 after it's major retail releaseSHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Standard Edition (Switch, PS5, Xbox) – Limited Run Games
SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Standard Edition is region-free. This is an open pre-order for a limited time. PRE-ORDERS CLOSE ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2025, AT 11:59 PM EASTERN TIME. The iconic SHINOBI returns in an all-new 2D action platformer with a unique hand-drawn look created by the team behind...
Next interesting title from LRG.
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Rocco Schiavone
Member
Hopefully Rock It games will ship my Croc Collectors Edition soon.
Thick Thighs Save Lives
NeoGAF's Physical Games Advocate Extraordinaire
Switch 2 Cyberpunk 2077 unboxing (not my pics):
Thick Thighs Save Lives
NeoGAF's Physical Games Advocate Extraordinaire
Nice picks! Btw, why do you have 2 copies of Gris Deluxe? Not that you shouldn't, mind you, I'm just curious.My latest pickups
I personally have it on 3 systems as well, including this new PS5 Deluxe physical version, and I also snagged their other recent physical release, Neva Deluxe.
Kupfer
Member
Thanks.
Stupid story... I bought the game from PNPGames because I think the cover with the ESRB logo looks the nicest and most minimal.
Unfortunately, they shipped the game loose in a padded envelope all the way around the globe, so - as you can see with the lower copy - five corners are damaged and dented.
I could have returned it, but I would've had to cover the shipping costs. In the case of an exchange, I would've also had to deal with customs fees (again), and there was no guarantee that the replacement would arrive in better condition.
So I bit the bullet and bought a PEGI version from a local store - no damage this time.
Nice! I will get Neva Deluxe next month as wellI personally have it on 3 systems as well, including this new PS5 Deluxe physical version, and I also snagged their other recent physical release, Neva Deluxe.
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Thick Thighs Save Lives
NeoGAF's Physical Games Advocate Extraordinaire
Oh man, that's a bummer to hear. And yeah, returning it would have been a bit of a pain since PNP is located all the way in Canada and you'd have to deal with customs, etc.. so I guess it is what it is.
Thanks! Awesome that you'll add this one to your collection as well. I'm actually glad they've done a wide release through retailers for both of these deluxe versions. Grabbed them both immediately.Nice! I will get Neva Deluxe next month as well
Action Jackson
Member
I will never not get over these giant horrendous USK logos. It totally destroys the boxart.
Killer8
Member
Everybody's Golf Hot Shots aka Everybody's Golf World is up for pre-order on Play-Asia.
www.play-asia.com
Looks like JP and Asian versions for both PS5 and Switch will be available. I'm hoping there is a way to get the Pac Man digital pre-order DLC with the physical copy.
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www.play-asia.com
Looks like JP and Asian versions for both PS5 and Switch will be available. I'm hoping there is a way to get the Pac Man digital pre-order DLC with the physical copy.
bender
What time is it?
I *think* the Pac-Man is just an early unlock.
Thick Thighs Save Lives
NeoGAF's Physical Games Advocate Extraordinaire
Sad state of affairs for physical releases on Xbox, specifically for titles published by the XGS arm of Microsoft.
Rocco Schiavone
Member
Deluxe versions(Xbox) a Code?? What a joke.
Power Pro
Member
I am so glad that there is some form of physical at least, even if I have to import it to get it.Everybody's Golf Hot Shots aka Everybody's Golf World is up for pre-order on Play-Asia.
Search Result for -everybody's golf world-
Online shopping for Import Video Games, Digital Codes, iTunes Cards, Mobage & PSN Cards, Movies, Music, Electronics, Computers, Software, Books, Apparel, Personal Care, Toys & more.
Looks like JP and Asian versions for both PS5 and Switch will be available. I'm hoping there is a way to get the Pac Man digital pre-order DLC with the physical copy.
Killer8
Member
Sad state of affairs for physical releases on Xbox, specifically for titles published by the XGS arm of Microsoft.
I would hold off on the physical copies of Gears and NG4 until we know if they need a download to work. Indiana Jones was a download stub on a disc, a 20gb stub but a stub nonetheless. I suspect THPS3+4 will be the same as the box says it requires an internet connection for content download.
Thick Thighs Save Lives
NeoGAF's Physical Games Advocate Extraordinaire
Looks like Cronos: The New Dawn (Bloober's next horror game) is getting a physical release for PS5
www.gematsu.com
Cronos: The New Dawn physical edition announced for PS5
Skybound Games will distribute a physical edition of third-person survival horror game Cronos: The New Dawn for PlayStation 5 in the Americas, developer Bloober Team announced.
www.gematsu.com
Impotaku
Member
The rather fun & unusual puzzler the pedestrian finally been granted a physical release via SRG. Had it on PS4 and i loved it. Was an instant purchase for me
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Publisher of Super Rare Games for the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation.
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Thick Thighs Save Lives
NeoGAF's Physical Games Advocate Extraordinaire
Just grabbed this copy of Visions of Mana from my local retailer for a cool €20. Gotta love physical!
Thick Thighs Save Lives
NeoGAF's Physical Games Advocate Extraordinaire
Good video here from Mystic Ryan with the dude who runs Lost in Cult (posted about them a month or so ago in this OT):
IbizaPocholo
NeoGAFs Kent Brockman
StereoVsn
Gold Member
There are still games coming out with full game on card (not so much on Switch 2) or disk, it's just much more annoying of a process to figure that out.
Also at least you can resell cards/disks vs digital titles and can get better pricing though retail sales.