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Video games need an expiry date if they’re going to be digital only – Reader’s Feature
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The shift towards digital-only game distribution has raised concerns among gamers about the long-term availability of their purchases. As companies like Sony transition to online stores, the concept of "owning" a game has become increasingly ambiguous, with users relying on the platform holder to maintain access to their libraries. This has sparked debates about the need for clearer guidelines on the lifespan of digital game downloads.
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Video games need an expiry date if they’re going to be digital only – Reader’s Feature
With PlayStation gamers no longer able to own the games they buy, as Sony moves to an all-digital future, a reader argues they should be given a guarantee of how long a download will last.
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