Shuhei Yoshida and Adam Boyes Recreate Iconic PS4 Game-Sharing Moment at TGS 2026
- Shuhei Yoshida and Adam Boyes recreated their famous PS4 game-sharing moment at Tokyo Game Show 2026.
- Their original video gained 21 million views and became a landmark moment in gaming history.
- Sony plans to cease the manufacture of physical game discs starting in 2028, stirring fan controversy.
Former PlayStation executives Shuhei Yoshida and Adam Boyes revisited their memorable “this is how you share your games on PS4” moment, sharing a picture without a physical game at Tokyo Game Show 2026. The iconic ‘Used Game Instructional Video’ was released during the lead-up to the PS4 and Xbox One launches, amidst Microsoft’s controversial restrictive game-sharing policies that spurred backlash from gamers.
In the original video, Yoshida, then president of first-party studios, demonstrated the simplicity of game-sharing by handing Boyes a physical copy of Killzone: Shadow Fall. “Step one?” Yoshida asked, passing the game, “Step two? There is none.” This humorous presentation struck a chord with viewers, leading to 21 million views over 13 years, and has since become a defining moment for the PS4’s launch.
Following their reunion, Yoshida communicated their meeting through a social media post where he stated, “Met with a best friend,” accompanied by a snapshot of the pair mimicking their famous pose. Notably, neither had a physical game to exchange this time, prompting mixed interpretations from fans who perceived it as a commentary on Sony’s future.
Met with a best friend 😀 @amboyes @PlayStation_jp #TGS2026 pic.twitter.com/2ZjsrLMNaP
— Shuhei Yoshida (@yosp) September 18, 2026
The duo’s nostalgic return sparked discussions about Sony’s direction, especially since the company unveiled plans to stop manufacturing game discs starting in 2028. This decision has led to considerable backlash from consumers who prefer owning physical copies of their games. Despite attempts by fans to organize protests against this all-digital approach, Sony has remained steadfast, with analysts indicating the move could severely impact traditional game retailers.
News Courtesy of Eurogamer
