Recent rumors suggest that Microsoft is considering releasing certain Xbox exclusives on the PlayStation 5. Specifically, according to recent articles, both Starfield and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle could make their way to the PlayStation 5 in the next year or so.
Microsoft has definitely had an eventful last few years. With the release of Starfield and Hi-Fi Rush in 2023, they’ve had several massive successes across the board. However, with the former’s critical fan reception and recent layoffs, it remains to be seen how Xbox will perform as a competitor throughout 2024. Only time will tell if the rumors of Xbox putting games on the PlayStation 5 are true. Further, the effects of this potential business strategy will likely reveal itself soon.
Microsoft Potentially Putting Xbox Series X|S Exclusives on PlayStation 5
According to recent articles from The Verge and XboxEra, Microsoft is considering putting both Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Starfield on the PlayStation 5. This is further supported by reports of Microsoft investing in PlayStation 5 devkits, according to XboxEra, and recent leaks that hinting that Hi-Fi Rush will make its way to the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.
It’s also worth noting that during the acquisition hearings for Microsoft to purchase Activision/Blizzard, the company entered into a binding agreement with Sony to keep Call of Duty on PlayStation systems. Currently, it is unknown if these rumors have any truth to them. However, Microsoft and Sony will likely reveal more details in the coming weeks and months.
Xbox’s most recent game, Starfield, is available now on the Xbox Series X|S and PC. Here’s an overview of the game via Steam:
Starfield is the first new universe in over 25 years from Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4. In this next generation role-playing game set amongst the stars, create any character you want and explore with unparalleled freedom as you embark on an epic journey to answer humanity’s greatest mystery.
In the year 2330, humanity has ventured beyond our solar system, settling new planets, and living as a spacefaring people. You will join Constellation – the last group of space explorers seeking rare artifacts throughout the galaxy – and navigate the vast expanse of space in Bethesda Game Studios’ biggest and most ambitious game.
Lastly, Xbox will likely reveal more details about their upcoming games and whether or not they will release on other consoles in the coming weeks and months.
