The retooling starting with Like a Dragon really is impressive. Crafting was in prior games but the job system gave it a purpose. The addition of a party added both banter and way more options for cutscenes. Lampshading the RPG elements fits so well with the overall series absurdity.

Yeah I've had a drive for years but never considered burning a disc.

Sony uses the Comcast / Discovery joint venture for disc distribution now. They aren't ending physical releases like the article implies.

IMO to limit gas/diesel prices and reduce inflation in advance of US elections. Now it is someone else's problem.