What happened
Insider Gaming reports that according to Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick, physical games may still have a future despite the dominance of digital media. With Grand Theft Auto 6 set to release without a physical disc, Zelnick draws a comparison between physical games and the vinyl industry, suggesting that a small market of collectors will always want to own physical copies. He notes that while digital distribution will make up the majority of the business, there will still be a small demand for physical media.
Why it matters for GTA 6 players
This statement from Zelnick comes as the gaming industry continues to shift towards digital distribution, with Grand Theft Auto 6 being a notable example of a game releasing without a physical disc. The lack of a physical release has been a point of controversy among fans, but Zelnick's comments suggest that Take-Two still sees value in physical media, even if it will be a small part of the overall business.
What remains unclear
The exact size and scope of the physical game market going forward, as well as how Take-Two plans to support physical media in the future.
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