With the Death of Boxed PlayStation Games Incoming, Sony Records Its Best Physical UK Launch of 2026
Marvel’s Wolverine recorded PlayStation’s strongest physical game launch in the UK during 2026, marking a notable milestone for the platform as it approaches the discontinuation of disc-based games. In its first week, the title achieved the third-largest boxed game release of the year across all platforms, trailing only Resident Evil Requiem and 007: First Light in physical sales performance.
The achievement carries ironic timing, as Sony has announced plans to phase out physical PlayStation games entirely within approximately 15–16 months. Despite this impending shift toward digital-only distribution, Marvel’s Wolverine’s strong debut demonstrates continued consumer demand for physical media, at least in the short term. The release highlights a lingering market preference for disc-based ownership, even as the industry broadly accelerates its transition to digital storefronts and subscription services.