If there's one thing many gamers love about buying a new game, it's having a physical copy they can proudly add to their collection. Sure, digital games are convenient, but there's something special about unwrapping a new release, putting the cartridge or disc into your console, and seeing it sitting on your shelf afterward.
Unfortunately, that experience could become harder to come by as the industry continues moving toward digital distribution, especially following PlayStation's announcement that it will stop producing physical games in 2028.
But if you're a Nintendo fan, I've got some good news, as the company doesn't seem interested in leaving physical games behind, at least for now.
Nintendo Is Listening To What Players Want
During a recent interview with Brazilian YouTuber Coelho no Japão at Brazil Game Show 2026, Bill van Zyll, Nintendo's Vice President and General Manager for Latin America, reaffirmed the company's commitment to physical releases, making it clear that Nintendo has no plans to abandon the format.
Basically, Van Zyll explained that the Japanese company has historically taken a neutral stance toward physical and digital distribution, focusing instead on what consumers prefer.
According to the executive, Nintendo understands how much fans enjoy physical games...
