For months, whispers have swirled about Microsoft potentially releasing some of its coveted Xbox exclusives on rival platforms. Now, credible sources claim those whispers may soon become reality, with heavyweights like Starfield, Hi-Fi Rush, and Sea of Thieves potentially making the jump to PlayStation 5.
Microsoft making Xbox game multi-platform?
Starfield, Bethesda’s sci-fi epic that blasted off in August 2023 to enthusiastic sales and “fairly positive” reception, could be setting course for a new galaxy: the PlayStation ecosystem. According to anonymous sources, Microsoft is reportedly planning a post-expansion launch for Starfield on PS5, following the arrival of the “Shattered Space” expansion on Xbox and PC later this year. This move would mark a monumental shift for Microsoft, which has previously championed exclusivity as a key pillar of its gaming strategy.
The sources reveal additional investments by Microsoft in PlayStation 5 dev kits, further fuelling speculation about a multi-platform future for certain Xbox titles. Internally, the decision hasn’t been without its share of resistance, with fierce debates reportedly unfolding within Microsoft’s leadership. However, the potential to recoup significant financial gains by expanding the reach of these games seems to have tipped the scales in favour of this strategic shift.
Surprise rhythm hit Hi-Fi Rush is setting sail for new platforms, fueled by rumors of a multi-platform push by Microsoft. Hi-Fi Rush might hit rival platforms in Q1, hinting at more Xbox exclusives like Sea of Thieves following suit. An official announcement from Microsoft outlining this new strategy is reportedly expected sometime this month.
Unconfirmed rumors of Xbox giants like Starfield on PlayStation hint at a major gaming shakeup. Whether this signals a permanent embrace of multi-platform releases or a strategic experiment remains to be seen. One thing is certain: the lines between console exclusivity are blurring, and gamers across platforms could be the ultimate beneficiaries.
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Source: XboxEra
