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Xbox's Phil Spencer to Continue Featuring PlayStation, Nintendo Logos at Microsoft Events

Apr 20,25(10 months ago)
Xbox's Phil Spencer to Continue Featuring PlayStation, Nintendo Logos at Microsoft Events

Microsoft has recently started to include logos of rival platforms, such as the PlayStation 5, in its Xbox showcases. This shift is part of the company's broader strategy to expand its video game presence across multiple platforms. For instance, during the Xbox Developer Direct, games like Ninja Gaiden 4, Doom: The Dark Ages, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 were showcased with logos for Xbox Series X and S, PC, Game Pass, and PlayStation 5. This approach marks a significant departure from Microsoft's previous practices, as seen in the June 2024 showcase where Doom: The Dark Ages was announced for PlayStation 5 post-event, and games like Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Diablo 4's Vessel of Hatred, and Assassin's Creed Shadows were only mentioned for Xbox and PC.

PS5 logos were absent during Microsoft's June 2024 showcase. Image credit: Microsoft.

In contrast, Sony and Nintendo continue to focus solely on their own platforms during their showcases. Sony's recent State of Play, for example, highlighted games like Monster Hunter Wilds and Shinobi: Art of Vengeance exclusively for PlayStation consoles, omitting any mention of Xbox or PC availability. This strategy underscores Sony's long-standing focus on reinforcing the PlayStation brand.

PS5 logos appeared in Microsoft's January 2025 showcase. Image credit: Microsoft.

Phil Spencer, Microsoft's gaming boss, addressed this new approach in an interview with XboxEra. He emphasized the importance of transparency about where games are available, stating that the decision to include rival platform logos is about honesty and ensuring gamers know where they can play Microsoft's titles. Spencer noted that while not all platforms are equal, the focus should be on the games themselves. He believes that allowing more people to play Microsoft's games across various platforms strengthens the gaming community and aligns with his vision of prioritizing games over platform exclusivity.

Looking ahead, it's likely that Microsoft will continue this trend, potentially featuring PS5 and future Nintendo Switch 2 logos in its June 2025 showcase for games like Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, Perfect Dark, State of Decay 3, and the next Call of Duty. However, don't expect Sony and Nintendo to adopt a similar strategy anytime soon, as they remain committed to promoting their own platforms exclusively.

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