In a new analysis piece by VGC, its estimated that 2,200+ digital only games will no longer be purchasable from the closing PSN stores. This includes over 600 PSP and Vita digital only games along with over 700 PS3 games. Over 300 PS2 Classics will be off the storefront too with only a few brought over to the PS4 years ago. Additionally, the library of PS1 Classic and PS Mini games will be gone. A ton of games are being phased out, leaving many users to either purchase games in bulk, try to hunt down some physical versions instead or outright pirate them.
Its quite a shame to see this unfold, but we can’t say its surprising considering the stance PlayStation CEO Jim Ryan has on classic games. In PlayStation’s current mindset, it’s better to remake the game than re-release it on the store. However, projects like that don’t come around every few months or so. PS Now is a potential avenue for older titles but the lack of worthwhile classic games and streaming aspect dissuades new players from trying it. The PS3/PSP PSN stores close on July 2nd and the PS Vita PSN store closes on August 27th. Until then, its a good time to catch up on some games on the platforms before its too late.
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