What discs can a PlayStation 5 play?

Some of your old games and other media work on your PS5, turning it into a proper media hub.

By Yoni Yardeni Nov. 7, 2026 6:00 pm EST Joeri Mostmans/Shutterstock Add Engadget on Google: Google Discover

With Sony's plans to stop making disc-based games come 2028, physical media enthusiasts may want to start stocking up soon. While some PlayStation 5 owners already veered in this direction by purchasing the disc-free console variant, many traditionalists can't stand the thought of this transition. While no new games released in 2028 and beyond will get physical copies, existing discs will still continue to work.