Tag: Xbox Game Studios
News Don't Worry, Forza Horizon 5 Won't Require All 165 Trophies for the Platinum on PS5
Driving you crazy
Trophy tracking website TrueTrophies claims to have the scoop on the full PS5 Trophy list for Microsoft's upcoming PlayStation port, Forza Horizon 5. The open world racer is set for launch on 29th April 2025; when it arrives, it'll reportedly bring with it a total of 165 Trophies to collect, though Platinum hunters won't need all...
News April Could Be a Colossal Month from Xbox on PS5
Almost too many games
There were rumours at the beginning of the year that April was looking like a good month for Xbox games on PS5, and that’s certainly beginning to look like the case. We already know Forza Horizon 5, the acclaimed open world racer, will make its PlayStation debut on 29th April, but there are also
Mini Review Age of Mythology: Retold (PS5) - Series' Best Stands the Test of Time
Real-time strategy finds a home on console
Age of Mythology: Retold is a remastered version of Ensemble Studio’s hugely influential 2002 original. With a fresh coat of HD paint, a visual overhaul for every game unit, and brand new animations, Retold is a nostalgic jaunt for seasoned veterans and an excellent jumping-on point for interested...
News Forza Horizon 5 Will Require a Microsoft Account to Play on PS5, Raising Preservation Problems
No disc release either
As perhaps expected, you’ll need a Microsoft account to play Forza Horizon 5 on the PS5. This has been a pretty consistent feature across all of Xbox’s multiformat ports, and doesn’t appear to be changing with the anticipated open world racer. An FAQ explains: “In addition to a PSN account you’ll need to link to a...
Rumour Gears of War's PS5 Debut May Be Missing Multiplayer Modes
Fenix down
Gears of War is almost certainly set to make its PS5 debut this year, with multiple rumourmongers claiming some kind of remastered trilogy will be announced for Sony’s system this summer. However, there could be a catch: it may be missing competitive multiplayer. Writing on X (or Twit
Rumour Gears of War Collection Will Be Revealed for PS5 This Summer
Launching day and date on Sony's system
A collection of classic Gears of War games will introduce PS5 owners to the franchise this year, according to well-connected Spanish tipster eXtas1s. The snoop also accurately revealed Forza Horizon 5 for Sony’s system, among others, so clearly has some knowledge of Microsoft’s plans. In a
The road to success
Is Forza Horizon 5’s price too high? While approximately 40% of you said so in our Push Square poll, it’s certainly not hurting pre-orders of the PS5 port, which is due out on 29th April. A quick look at the
Talking Point Is Forza Horizon 5's PS5 Price Point Too High?
Car crash?
Forza Horizon 5 is coming to the PS5 as Xbox Game Studios continues its gradual transition to third-party publisher. It’s big news for PlayStation because, if we’re being honest, we’ve been green with envy of Microsoft’s open world racer for a while. Sony built its brand on great arcade racers, from the impeccable Ridge Racer...
News PS5 Fans Are Desperate for a Physical Version of Xbox Game Forza Horizon 5
Boxed car racer
Xbox has abandoned physical media faster than Sony, with many of its major titles shipping on borderline blank discs – assuming they get a retail release at all! But while most software on PS5 is purchased digitally, there’s still a big market for physical releases. Practically all of Sony’s games release on Blu-ray, and...
News Forza Horizon 5 Will Be Best on PS5 Pro as Xbox Supports Sony's New System
Improved visual fidelity and more
Forza Horizon 5 – releasing 29th April as previously announced – will play best on PS5 Pro, as Xbox Game Studios pledges full support for Sony’s supercharged system. According to a blog post on the game’s official website, the open world racer will feature two graphics options on all of Sony’s consoles:...
News Xbox's Forza Horizon 5 Snatches April Release Date on PS5, Priced at $60
New horizons
Forza Horizon 5 now has a confirmed release date on PS5 (which is a sentence that we never even dreamed of writing just a couple of years back). The open world racer launches on the 29th April, with four days of early access for those who shell out for the $99.99 'Premium Edition'. Speaking of pricing, the standard edition's coming in...
"I love that we can give our studios that opportunity"
More “long-standing, flagship” Xbox franchises will release on PS5, according to first-party boss Craig Duncan, who was speaking as part of an official podcast earlier this week. During the broadcast, the ex-Rare head took the opportunity to announce a delay to Playground Games’ upcoming...
News Xbox's Fable Could Launch Day One on PS5
Delayed into 2026
Playground Games’ new Fable game, which was revealed by Xbox eons ago, has been delayed into 2026. This is pertinent news for PS5 fans because the title was recently rumoured for Sony’s system as part of Microsoft’s multiformat push, and could now launch day one alongside its Xbox coun
News Xbox Plots a Catalogue of AI Games, And It'll Probably Use Tech on PS5
Nadella impressed with Microsoft's new model
In case you missed the news last week, Xbox has been training its artificial intelligence technology on Ninja Theory flop Bleeding Edge, in an effort to eventually make games using generative AI. The company’s failed to communicate a compelling use case for the project it’s naming Muse, but it’s...
News Age of Mythology: Retold PS5 Pre-Orders Live, Premium Edition Gets Early Access
Myth passes into legend
Age of Mythology: Retold, from that legendary publisher of video games, Xbox Games Studios, is coming to PS5 on 4th March. The seminal strategy game was initially developed by Ensemble Studios (Age of Empires series, Halo Wars) and released back in 2002. World's Edge and Forgotten Empires revived it in remastered form in...
News Xbox Games on PS5 Is a Win for PlayStation Owners, Says Yoshida
"I suspect Microsoft is the biggest publisher on PlayStation"
Shuhei Yoshida, fresh from his departure from PlayStation after an illustrious 30-plus year career, has commented on Xbox’s decision to port its first-party games to PS5. “I suspect Microsoft is the biggest publisher on PlayStation,” he laughed, as part of an interview with Sacred...
Reaction Xbox Publishing More Games on PS5 Than Sony Is Not a Gotcha, It's Just a Sign of the Times
The new status quo
In the tedious and predictable aftermath to last week’s State of Play, a lot of column inches have been written about Xbox potentially
News Xbox Boss Says He's Given Up Trying to Convince PS5 Players to Switch Systems
"Let's just allow more people to play"
Talkative Xbox executive Phil Spencer says he’s given up trying to convince PS5 owners to switch to Microsoft’s machine, as his company increasingly becomes multiformat. “I’m not trying to move [PS5 players] over to Xbox anymore,” he told the XboxEra podcast. “We’re all so invested in where our...
News Xbox Game Hellblade 2 Might Be Out for PS5 'Very Soon'
A case of when, not if
While it's not yet been announced as one of the PS5 ports Microsoft currently has in the works, it has been claimed that Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 could be launching on Sony's current-gen console "pretty soon". Windows Central scribe Jez Cordon responded to a tweet earlier today about the State of Play livestream set for...
News Some Fans Think This Smile Is Proof Avowed Is Coming to PS5
Wouldn't be a huge surprise
As it stands, Avowed is not confirmed for PS5. Xbox Game Studios developer Obsidian has announced it’ll release The Outer Worlds 2 day-and-date on Sony’s system, after initially revealing it as a console exclusive – but its all-new RPG will release on Xbox Series X|S and PC only. Of course, with Microsoft...
News Microsoft Confirms PS5 Ports for Age of Empires 2, Age of Mythology
Both launch in the coming months
Microsoft has today revealed it'll be releasing PS5 ports of Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition and Age of Mythology: Retold in the coming months. The former will launch for PS5 in Spring 2025, and the latter is out on 4th March 2025. Revealed less than a week after the PS5 port of Forza Horizon 5 was first...
News Microsoft Job Listing Suggests Perfect Dark Could Also Be Heading to PS5
Just perfect
Amid a torrent of rumours, Phil Spencer quotes, and Forza Horizon 5's PS5 announcement, another of Xbox's first-party games appears to be fated for a multi-platform release. Microsoft is currently hiring for a position within its studio The Initiative, which is currently developing a brand new game in the
Rumour Gears of War to Make PS5 Debut with Full Crossplay in Trilogy Collection
Order of the Fenix
Another day, another rumour of a tentpole Xbox exclusive coming to PS5. We appreciate these stories aren’t particularly surprising at this point, but this speculation comes courtesy of Spanish tipster eXtas1s, who previously revealed the PlayStation version of Forza Horizon 5, which was offi
Poll Are You Buying Forza Horizon 5 on PS5?
Racing great arrives on PlayStation at last
Forza Horizon 5 is coming to the PS5. The open world arcade racer is among the highest rated Xbox console exclusives and is one of Microsoft’s “big three” franchises, alongside Halo and Gears of War. (Both of which are
News Halo PS5 Rumours Intensify in Aftermath of Forza Horizon 5 Reveal
Master Chief Collection imminent
Xbox boss Phil Spencer has already indicated that Microsoft is going all-in on third-party publishing, so it was no real surprise to see the long-rumoured Forza Horizon 5 announced for PS5 overnight. Of course, the confirmation has led to inevitable speculation that it’s only a matter of time before the remainder...
News Forza Horizon 5 Confirmed for PS5, Out This Spring
Another one
Microsoft has today announced a PS5 version of its premiere racing game Forza Horizon 5 will release later this year in the Spring. It'll be the most up-to-date version of the base game, with its DLC packs available to buy separately. The port is being done by Panic Button, in collaboration with main developer Playground Games. While no...
News Ninja Gaiden 4 Is Already 70-80% Complete, Now in Polishing Phase for PS5
But plenty more to reveal
Ninja Gaiden 4, a surprise announcement last week, is already 70-80% complete. In fact, the game is currently being polished ahead of its launch on the PS5 later this year. PlatinumGames’ Yuji Nakao revealed the tidbit in an interview with the Xbox Wire, adding that his team is continuing to collaborate with Team Ninja...
News Xbox Rips Off the Band Aid, 'Expect Our Games to Show Up in More and More Places'
PS5 one of many destinations
While it’s been obvious to anyone paying attention, Xbox is becoming increasingly platform agnostic. A year ago, during its much-publicised “business update”, it talked carefully about four of its games going multiformat. They included first-party releases, like Sea of Thieves. Microsoft stopped short of...
News Ninja Gaiden 4 Announced, Slashes to PS5 This Year with PlatinumGames Co-Developing
The sleeping dragon
Ninja Gaiden 4 was the super secret game reveal at the latest Xbox Developer Direct, and it's been confirmed for a PS5 release in fall / autumn 2025. It'll be here before you know it! Interestingly, this long-awaited sequel is being developed by both Team Ninja of Koei Tecmo, and PlatinumGames — of Bayonetta and NieR: Automata...
Rumour Gears of War, Hellblade 2 Both Set for PS5 This Year
In addition to Halo and Age of Mythology
Following claims from gaming insider NateDrake that Halo: The Master Chief Collection and Microsoft Flight Simulator will both receive PS5 versions this year, it appears the floodgates have opened as other games media members share what their sources have told them concerning Micro
Rumour Halo: The Master Chief Collection Coming to PS5 This Year
So too is Microsoft Flight Simulator
One of the questions PlayStation owners are looking to have answered in 2025 is how Microsoft's multi-platform efforts will evolve after its initial batch of PS5, PS4 ports. Future titles like DOOM: The Dark Ages and The Outer Worlds 2 have been confirmed for Sony systems, but what about the back catalogue games?...
News DOOM: The Dark Ages, Expedition 33 News in Next Xbox Developer Direct
Tune in on 23rd January for fresh updates
Microsoft has revealed its next Developer_Direct livestream will take place on 23rd January 2025, and there'll be reason for PS5 owners to watch as DOOM: The Dark Ages and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 are confirmed to be part of the new digital showcase. Both titles were announced for PS5 upon their original...
News Xbox Feels It Made a Mistake Skipping PS5 with Hellblade 2, It's Claimed
Senu-oh no
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 picked up a couple of richly deserved trophies at The Game Awards this year, but it launched with barely a whimper. While it’s not a perfect metric by any stretch, the Ninja Theory sequel debuted with less than 4,000 players on Steam, and its inclusion in Game Pass likely kneecapped its full-price sales. To...
News Xbox Is Eager to Build the Best Games You Can Enjoy Everywhere
Dev resources the only thing holding PS5 ports back
It’s surprising how quickly it’s no longer become a surprise when Xbox first-party titles are casually announced for the PS5. At The Game Awards last week, The Outer Worlds 2 was announced for Sony’s system, after the Obsidian sequel was previously only expected on Xbox and PC. Whi
News The Outer Worlds 2 Confirmed for PS5, Out Next Year
Microsoft announces PS5 version
Microsoft has confirmed it'll be producing a PS5 version of The Outer Worlds 2 alongside the usual PC and Xbox Series X|S versions, releasing next year. Check out the comical gameplay trailer above. Just like the first one, this is an RPG with a comedic twist that'll combine combat, conversations, and choices into one...
Rumour Forza Horizon 5 Is Ready to Roll on PS5, But Release Has Been Delayed
Vroom for improvement
Once again, the rumour mill surrounding Xbox's multiplatform plans has spun back into action. This time, it's claimed that Forza Horizon 5, Playground Games' acclaimed open world racer, is prepared for launch on PS5, but its release has been pushed back. The statement comes from eXtas1s, a known leaker who's hinted in the...
Reaction It's Time for Xbox to Tell Us Which Games It's Bringing to PS5, and Which Games It Isn't
We still don't really know
We’re knee-deep into another gaming convention with no further clarification from Xbox about which games it plans to make multiformat. Arguably the biggest story coming out of Gamescom Opening Night Live was the unveiling of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle for PS5, which will launch just a few short months after its...
News Xbox's Sea of Thieves Has Apparently Shipped Over 1 Million Copies on PS5
Tharrr she blows
Rare’s live service sailing sim Sea of Thieves has proven a humongous hit on PS5, frequently appearing on sales charts and now apparently topping one million sales. Word comes by way of a Windows Central article spotted by forum
News Microsoft 'Really Pleased' with Sea of Thieves PS5 Sales
More games likely to come
Microsoft is "really pleased" with the overall sales and performance of Sea of Thieves on PS5 after its recent port, with engagement across its Xbox and PC versions also increasing as a result. The comment comes from Matt Booty, game content and studios president at Microsoft Gaming, who added the success allows the series...
News Oh Right, We Need to Write About Sea of Thieves Now
Y'arrr
Forgive us, we almost forgot Sea of Thieves is now also a PS5 game. Rare showcased Season 13 during the Xbox Showcase earlier this week, and we’ve just remembered the title is on Sony’s system, therefore we’re behest to write some kind of post. Not due out until 25th July, the update will include an all-new world event which will quite...
News Halo 1 Remaster Being Considered for PS5, New Report Claims
Alongside other Xbox games
The original Halo: Combat Evolved has already been remastered once before for Xbox 360, but according to The Verge, Microsoft is giving the classic FPS another facelift, and it's considering putting it on PS5. The project is said to be in the early stages of development, and the Xbox Series X|S maker is contemplating...
News Xbox Games Are Selling Gangbusters on PS5
Surely more will follow
While the sales of single player titles Hi-Fi Rush and Pentiment have been a little more muted, Xbox Game Studios’ two live service titles are selling like crazy on PS5, giving Microsoft all the incentive it needs to port more titles to Sony’s system. Originally, the Redmond firm’s multiformat release strategy was...
Soapbox Once a PS4 Console Exclusive, PS5 Players Are Missing a Visual Stunner in Hellblade 2
Senua's saga continues elsewhere
Back when it was released on PS4 and PC back in 2017, we gave Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice an 8/10 in our review and highlighted that the way it uses the "unique attributes of the medium to raise awareness of mental health" is what "elevates this release beyond the sum of its parts". Since then, Microsoft has bought...
News Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 Dev Ninja Theory's Next Game Has Reportedly Been Greenlit
It's too soon to say goodbye
Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 releases exclusively on Xbox Series X|S today, 21st May. With a PS5 port reportedly being pondered, anticipation is high to see how the sequel to the previously PS4 console exclusive Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice is received. While some feared that developer Ninja Theory's celebratory
News Xbox Pondering PS5 Port of Ninja Theory's Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2
Sequel could come to Sony's system
The original Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice was billed as a big indie for PS4, launching as a console exclusive on Sony’s system all the way back in 2017. It was later ported to various other platforms, and Cambridge-based developer Ninja Theory was eventually scooped up as part of Microsoft’s acquisition...
News PS5 Launch Makes Sea of Thieves One of USA's Best-Selling Games
Up to second from #36
Sea of Thieves has been named the second best-selling game in the USA for the week ending 27th April 2024 thanks to its early access PS5 launch. The port from Xbox consoles officially released on 30th April 2024, but a Premium Edition offering five days of early access sold well enough to make it the country's second...
Poll Are You Playing Sea of Thieves on PS5?
Raise the sails
The highly rated co-op adventure that is Sea of Thieves has arrived on PS5, marking developer Rare's first ever release on PlayStation platforms, if you can believe it. The game first launched for Xbox One and PC back in 2018, and it's been heavily updated over the years, to the point where it's managed to maintain a very healthy...
Talking Point What's Next for Xbox Games on PS5, PS4?
Phase one complete
Following yesterday's launch of Sea of Thieves on PS5, Microsoft has now delivered on its initial multi-platform promise to bring some of its exclusive Xbox experiences to new consoles. Having made the surprise announcement in February, the firm has brought Pentiment, Hi-Fi Rush, Grounded, and the aforementioned seafaring...
News Sea of Thieves Season 12 Is Out Today Alongside PS5 Version
New weapons, tools, and traversal methods
Today marks a momentous occasion for Sea of Thieves: it expands to all-new platforms with a PS5 release, Season 12 content expands the game for all players (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC), and developer Rare makes its debut on a PlayStation console. Early access players have been testing the PS5 version...
Review Sea of Thieves (PS5) - Xbox's Multiplayer Pirating Is Swashbuckling Fun with Friends
It's a pirate's life for us
Sea of Thieves has finally dropped its anchor in PS5 waters, bringing with it years of content updates, quality of life improvements, and some of the best-looking water in a video game. But is this now former Xbox exclusive still worth playing six years after its initial launch? And how friendly is it to newcomers like...
