So here we are, folks. The gaming landscape is as unpredictable as a cat on a hot tin roof, and the topic du jour is none other than Avowed. This RPG from Obsidian, the creators of Fallout: New Vegas and The Outer Worlds, is stirring up quite the conversation since it’s set to launch exclusively on Xbox. But will it eventually grace the PlayStation 5? That’s the million-dollar question.
Microsoft has been vocal about its approach to exclusives lately. No game seems completely off-limits for future cross-platform releases. They’ve made it clear that they’re not holding back when bringing titles like DOOM: The Dark Ages to rival consoles while keeping their Game Pass subscribers smiling with Day One access.
But let’s break down how Microsoft typically rolls out these would-be exclusives:
- Same-day launch: Games like DOOM have hit Xbox and PlayStation simultaneously, often sweetened with Game Pass perks.
- Time delay: Titles like Indiana Jones are making their way over after some waiting time, alongside older games such as Grounded and Sea of Thieves.
- Unclear timeline or maybe never: Some popular franchises like Halo Infinite remain firmly in Xbox territory without any clear indication of change.
The situation gets murky when you compare Avowed to other titles. Microsoft has drawn lines regarding what might stay exclusive versus what could hop over to PlayStation. While previous series may shift platforms, new IPs, like Starfield and now Avowed, have not been mentioned for PS5 yet. If history tells us anything, it likely won’t be for at least a year post-launch if Avowed does come around.
This uncertainty extends beyond just one game; it reflects Microsoft’s shifting strategy. Some speculate that internal policies dictate which titles can remain exclusive based on their origins. After all, there’s a difference between an established franchise and something fresh off the assembly line like Avowed.
