By Sagar V. Mankar 
Gaming news spliller, the Nate the Hate podcast claimed an acclaimed Xbox first-party title will be coming to competing platforms like PlayStation and Switch in 2024.
While no specific game was named, the host said the unnamed title was “in the game of the year conversation” when it originally launched and was met with “high critical acclaim” from fans and critics alike.
So which recent hit Xbox game could expand beyond Microsoft platforms this year?
Let’s break down the possibilities:
The Puzzle: A Major Xbox Game Going Multiplatform
The mystery game originally launched within the past few years to strong reviews and was considered a contender for major Game of the Year awards.
It was described as a “quality” game with an exciting IP and franchise potential.
Bringing it to PlayStation and Switch is a strategic move to grow the audience beyond just Xbox owners.
Potential Contender
Hi-Fi Rush
While no title was specified, Nate hinted it was a critical darling that was in Game of the Year discussions when it launched.
Hi-Fi Rush got 3 nominations in The Game Awards 2023 and even won the Award for Best Audio Design.
This has led to speculation that the unnamed game could be Tango Gameworks‘ Hi-Fi Rush, the stylish and well-received action game that surprise-launched in early 2023.
This surprise launch title earned acclaim for its music-based action.
Its colorful style could suit Switch and possibly be seen in PS5 and Switch in 2024.
The Case for Multiplatform
This wouldn’t be the first time Microsoft has brought Xbox games to other consoles. In the past, the company has ported Ori and Minecraft to Switch, while still honoring PS5 launch agreements for certain Bethesda titles.
According to Xbox boss Matt Booty in 2019, these decisions are made on a franchise-by-franchise basis depending on what makes the most sense for each IP.
Expanding to more platforms can benefit games that thrive on “network effects,” while other titles are better supported as exclusives.
Porting first-party titles expands potential sales while giving players on rival platforms a taste of Xbox Game Studios’ output.
And with Xbox Game Pass extending to mobile and PC, Microsoft has more ways than ever to attract players into its gaming ecosystem.
- Attracting new Game Pass subscribers by showcasing must-play Microsoft titles
- Continuing to build goodwill and reputation after Activision Blizzard acquisition
- Maximize revenue by accessing PlayStation’s huge install base
- Promoting upcoming sequels or related titles in an IP by exposing new audiences
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