Should Xbox Release Its Games on PlayStation?
In this episode, James Batchelor and Chris Dring delve into the week's most significant news. The main discussion revolves around the possibility of Microsoft releasing its prominent exclusives, such as Starfield and Indiana Jones, on competing platforms, including the PlayStation 5. They examine Microsoft's past experiences with releasing games on rival platforms and the potential implications of such a move. Additionally, they touch on a recent report indicating that most developers are focusing on live service games, the prevailing attitudes towards this business model, and the highlights from the PlayStation State of Play presentation. The episode can be streamed via the embedded player, downloaded as an audio podcast, or subscribed to through various platforms like Spotify, iTunes, and Google Play. Video versions are available on the GamesIndustry.biz YouTube channel or through a dedicated playlist. The episode features music by Thomas Marchant and was edited by Alix Attenborough.