Replication costs for these hybrid BD/DVD discs are significantly higher than standard BD-50 replication. That alone would make the price of such movies in that hybrid format even higher than standard BD movie pricing.
Another deal breaker is the limit of only using a single BD-25 layer for Blu-ray content. Most movies need a dual layer BD-50 in order to deliver reasonably flawless looking HD video quality. The need for a BD-50 is even more vital if the studio chooses to include numerous extra features on the disc.
Another deal breaker is the limit of only using a single BD-25 layer for Blu-ray content. Most movies need a dual layer BD-50 in order to deliver reasonably flawless looking HD video quality. The need for a BD-50 is even more vital if the studio chooses to include numerous extra features on the disc.