This was brought on by the Sony news that all disk based distribution will stop.
At what point do I have be concerned that a cart or disk I buy won’t work on my system without a mandatory download?
The ps3 seem pretty clear but I seem to recall a game or two that did require a download, or system update, to play.
How many ps4/ps5 games would I be able to play without a server connection?
What about switch 1 /2 games?
Is there a website that tracks this or a way to tell?
Many Switch 2 carts include just the license, no game data. So, assume you can’t play Switch 2 without downloads.
any way to know ahead of time?
Game Key Cards are all labeled as such on the bottom of the box. If it doesn’t have a big infobox explaining this, then it’s a normal cart.