Julio Neves
Since Xbox began bringing its exclusive titles to more platforms, fans have been curious about how far Microsoft will go in sharing its beloved franchises. Earlier this year, four Xbox titles—Sea of Thieves, Pentiment, Grounded, and Hi-Fi Rush—arrived on PS5 and PS4, marking a new era in Xbox’s approach to exclusivity. And now, comments from Xbox head Phil Spencer suggest that no game in their lineup is “too sacred” to potentially appear on other consoles.
In an interview with Bloomberg, Spencer elaborated on Xbox’s multiplatform strategy, giving a surprisingly open-ended answer regarding its first-party titles. “I do not see sort of red lines in our portfolio that say ‘thou must not,’” he explained, hinting that even the iconic Halo franchise could one day find a home on non-Xbox systems, though he admitted it’s too soon to make any promises on that front.
Spencer expressed satisfaction with how Sea of Thieves, Pentiment, Grounded, and Hi-Fi Rush have performed on PlayStation and Nintendo platforms, saying he’s “pleased with the results” of this broadened release strategy. His remarks imply that any Xbox-owned title could eventually cross over to Sony or even Nintendo hardware in the future, marking a continued departure from the traditional console-exclusive strategy.
These comments come amidst a swirl of rumors about which games might be next. A recent rumor suggested that Microsoft had paused plans for multiplatform releases and intended to keep certain series—like Halo and Gears of War—exclusive to Xbox. However, Spencer’s comments seem to address and even contradict this, indicating that while no specific games are confirmed for future multiplatform releases, nothing is entirely off the table.
The prospect of Xbox’s entire catalog, including blockbuster franchises, potentially expanding to other consoles is a game-changer. This strategy could lead to a more collaborative approach in the gaming industry, where hardware ecosystems overlap, giving players greater access to games without the traditional constraints of console loyalty.
With this open-door policy, the question is no longer “if” but “when” and “which.” Are we ready to see Halo on a PlayStation or Forza on a Nintendo console? What Xbox games would you love to see make the leap? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
