Astrolabe Games pledges PS5 physical releases for all eligible titles until Sony pulls the plug

Chinese indie publisher Astrolabe Games has issued what it calls the A-Go Manifesto, committing to release physical PS5 editions for every eligible title in its lineup — right up until Sony stops manufacturing PS5 discs in January 2028.

The manifesto frames the move as a way to "safeguard developers' creations," promising a disc release for any upcoming Astrolabe project that meets basic eligibility requirements. The publisher's stated position is blunt: "We will continue till the last day."

The pledge comes as physical media faces an increasingly uncertain future in gaming. Sony announced it would cease PS5 disc manufacturing in January 2028, a move that has prompted debate among players and smaller publishers about the long-term viability of physical releases — particularly for indie titles that often skip disc editions entirely due to cost and logistics.

Whether the manifesto translates into meaningful releases or remains a PR gesture will depend on how many Astrolabe titles actually qualify and reach shelves. For collectors and physical-media advocates, it's at least a signal that some publishers are willing to commit to the format while it still exists.