Players who only have access to the 2014 Player’s Handbook will maintain their character options, spells, and magical items in their character sheets. Players with access to the 2024 and 2014 digital Player’s Handbooks can select from both sources when creating new characters.
Semi related: did the dndbeyond (the app) survive? I bought the rulebooks and imagined characters even when there’s little opportunity to actually play.
I want to download the app and buy the newer books, but I might shake my head in horror as to what has become of dnd.
I can’t imagine still wanting to give WOTC money.