Report: Xbox games on PlayStation sales data suggests a very mixed picture – Windows Central

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Recent sales data reveals a varied success rate for Xbox games ported to PlayStation, according to a report by Alinea Analytics. Leading the pack is Rare’s “Sea of Thieves,” which has sold approximately 1.8 million copies on PlayStation 5, followed by Obsidian Entertainment’s “Grounded” with around 432,200 copies. However, other games like “Hi-Fi Rush” and “Pentiment” have seen lower sales, with “Pentiment” selling only 14,000 copies.

The report suggests that multiplayer and co-op focused titles are performing well on PlayStation, hinting that Microsoft’s strategy to port such games might be effective. In contrast, smaller single-player games might not yield the same return, especially if released later than other platforms.

Looking forward, Microsoft plans to continue this trend by bringing more Xbox games to PlayStation, including upcoming ports of “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle” and “Forza Horizon 5” set for release in April. The latter is anticipated to perform exceptionally well, potentially becoming one of the best-selling Xbox-owned games on PlayStation that isn’t “Call of Duty.”

Additionally, PlayStation owners can look forward to other multiplatform releases like “Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4” and “The Outer Worlds 2” later this year. This strategy not only diversifies Microsoft’s revenue streams but also expands its consumer base through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, which allows users to access games across multiple devices.

📌 Source: https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-game-sales-on-playstation-report-mixed-picture