In this week’s discussion, James Batchelor and Chris Dring delve into the significant news stories that have unfolded over the past week. A central focus of our conversation revolves around the swirling rumors suggesting that Microsoft might extend its reach by bringing prominent first-party exclusives such as Starfield and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle to other platforms, including the PlayStation 5.
We explore Microsoft’s track record of venturing onto ‘rival’ platforms, dissecting the rationale behind the potential decision to port these titles and examining both the logical and counterintuitive aspects of such a move.
Another key topic we dissect is the recent revelation that a substantial portion of developers are currently engrossed in crafting live service games. We take a deep dive into the prevailing attitudes surrounding this business model, discussing its implications for the industry at large.
Furthermore, we share our insights and highlights from PlayStation’s State of Play showcase, offering a comprehensive overview of the key announcements and developments unveiled during the event.
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