Sony’s PlayStation Store just got a bit less cluttered. The company quietly removed around a thousand SKUs from a single developer in one swoop, which probably means a little over a hundred actual games vanished from the digital shelves. While this move is a welcome sign, it’s hard to say if it marks a genuine shift in how Sony is tackling the growing shovelware problem or if it’s simply an isolated cleanup.
Shovelware has long plagued digital stores—those low-effort, often rushed titles that flood marketplaces, making it harder for quality games to stand out. Removing a large batch in one go suggests Sony might be waking up to the issue, yet it remains to be seen if other platforms will follow suit with similarly robust measures. The digital storefronts have become crowded and chaotic, and without decisive action from platform holders, this trend is unlikely to reverse. For players seeking solid experiences, a cleaner store isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about respecting their time and money.
Source: gamesindustry.biz
