Is Microsoft planning to abandon hardware and thus its Xbox consoles? This question has been circulating since multiple sources announced that all Xbox exclusives would be coming to competing consoles, including the PS5 and Nintendo Switch. The Verge, XboxEra, and journalist Tom Warren (known for his well-informed insights) claim that Microsoft is set to significantly alter its strategy. The first game expected to arrive on Sony and Nintendo platforms will be Hi-Fi Rush, with an announcement reportedly imminent. Other titles such as Starfield, Indiana Jones, and The Ancient Order are also scheduled to launch on PS5 just months after their release on Xbox. For Starfield, the game is reportedly planned for Sony’s console upon the arrival of the “Shattered Space” expansion this year, 2024. Sea of Thieves could also be among the games potentially switching platforms this year.
Revelations that have shaken the video game industry and sparked reactions from tens of thousands of people on social media. The question now on everyone’s mind: What is Microsoft’s interest in continuing to market Xbox consoles? If this information were to be revealed, wouldn’t it put Microsoft at risk of undermining its own machines? We know that Game Pass has become the centerpiece of Microsoft’s strategy, yet its business model remains costly, and the company is looking for ways to make it more profitable. Making Game Pass available on other platforms such as PS5, Nintendo Switch, and connected TVs could indeed help ensure the long-term viability of its online service. While we await an official statement, the number of insiders openly discussing this since last night suggests that significant developments are underway…
