The Era of Physical Game Discs is Over

For years, being a gamer meant amassing a collection of gear—consoles, controllers, accessories, and even those quirky VR gloves that never quite worked right, but most importantly, the games themselves. Over time, games have taken on countless forms, but it seems that era is coming to a close.

In this episode, the hosts dive into Sony’s decision to halt production of PlayStation discs, Microsoft’s ongoing push towards digital gaming, and the broader trend of moving away from physical game media. While this shift makes sense from a business perspective—especially as companies scramble for viable strategies—it could significantly alter how we purchase, share, and experience games in the future. Plus, it just feels less exciting.

They also cover some tech news, including the upcoming launch of a new gadget from OpenAI. (No, not that one. Or that one.) The conversation touches on rumored details about the iPhone 18 Pro, the overall state of the iPhone lineup, and whether a replacement for your keyboard is on the horizon.

In the lightning round, the hosts tackle the Hype Desk, discuss Brendan Carr’s antics, share some breaking news about SpaceX, and reveal the oddest BMW headlights you’ve ever seen.

In case you missed it this week: the vibe coding challenge kicked off, there was an update on the future of InfoWars, and a discussion on why the R2 is crucial for Rivian. (A special holiday-themed episode is also on the way.) We want to hear your thoughts on everything! Reach out via the hotline or email us with your insights. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!