Speculation Rises: Four Xbox Games Possibly Going Multiplatform

• Phil Spencer announces Xbox titles' release on rival platforms.
• First releases include Hi-Fi Rush and Pentiment.
• Sea of Thieves and Grounded to follow.
• Games showcase Xbox's creative side.
• Release viewed as positive for the gaming community.

Microsoft Unveils First Wave of Xbox Titles for Rival Platforms

During a special episode of a popular gaming podcast, Phil Spencer, the head of Xbox, unveiled the first wave of Xbox titles that will be available on rival platforms. This exciting announcement revealed that four games will be included in this initial release.

Spencer stated, “We are currently in the process of bringing four Xbox games to other platforms. These are titles which have been available to Xbox players for at least a year.”

Though he did not specify which games will be included, Spencer hinted at some “hidden gems that deserve to be experienced more widely” in addition to “live service games whose communities will benefit from welcoming even more players.”

Upcoming Games to Look Out For

Recent rumors and leaks have suggested that several Xbox exclusive titles could soon be making their way to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. Two of the most anticipated titles were Starfield and the upcoming Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.

However, Spencer clarified during the podcast that neither of these two titles will be available on other platforms any time soon. Instead, according to sources familiar with Microsoft’s plans, the first two multiplatform offerings will be the action-rhythm game Hi-Fi Rush and the medieval detective game Pentiment.

Following these releases, the pirate simulator Sea of Thieves and the survival title Grounded will also be made available on rival platforms.

Why This is Good News for Gamers

While some may be disappointed that the list seems to include only smaller or older titles, this might actually be a win for gamers. All four titles were well-received upon release and showcase the more creative side of Xbox’s first-party portfolio.

Hi-Fi Rush, for instance, was a departure from horror game developer Tango Gameworks and ended up in the conversation for Game of the Year. Pentiment, on the other hand, is an excellent example of literature-influenced stories from the talented team at Obsidian Entertainment.

At a time when big-budget titles have sometimes failed to meet expectations, these smaller hidden gems have delivered the most. Making these games available to more players is a positive step forward for the gaming community.

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