Overview
- Insomniac confirmed on Thursday that the PlayStation 5 physical edition of Marvel’s Wolverine, due September 15, 2026, will include a disc in the box.
- Rockstar has announced Grand Theft Auto VI will ship physically with only a download code rather than a disc for its November 19, 2026 launch.
- Industry observers say the code‑in‑box approach can stop second‑hand sales, let publishers control retail pricing and reduce the chance of early physical leaks.
- For players, a disc preserves the option to trade, resell and keep a playable copy without relying on downloads or platform licenses, while code‑only boxes remove those options.
- The exchange between fans and developers underlines a larger shift toward digital distribution, with other publishers still to clarify their plans and collectors watching whether GTA VI sets a wider precedent.