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'Everyone who bought this game should be eligible for a full refund': A digital-only Nintendo Switch game just became unplayable for those who paid for it — showing exactly why gamers are rebelling against Sony's disc-free PlayStation plans

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 'Everyone who bought this game should be eligible for a full refund': A digital-only Nintendo Switch game just became unplayable for those who paid for it — showing exactly why gamers are rebelling against Sony's disc-free PlayStation plans
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Gaming Consoles & PC Nintendo 'Everyone who bought this game should be eligible for a full refund': A digital-only Nintendo Switch game just became unplayable for those who paid for it — showing exactly why gamers are rebelling against Sony's disc-free PlayStation plans News By Dashiell Wood Published 10 August 2026 "We apologize to our loyal customers for any inconvenience this may cause" When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

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