After Sony’s Disc Shift, Dan Houser Says Physical Games Should Still Be Offered
Dan Houser backs Sony’s digital push in principle, but says players who still want physical games deserve an option to buy one.
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Dan Houser backs Sony’s digital push in principle, but says players who still want physical games deserve an option to buy one.

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