Several Xbox titles are reportedly set to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 this year, expanding beyond the ones already announced. A recent report suggests that Microsoft will expand its cross-platform release strategy and bring more of its former exclusives to competitor platforms in 2025.
Multiple Xbox Games Expected to Launch on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 in 2025, Including Starfield
Tom Warren from The Verge mentioned the PlayStation 5 release date confirmation for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and mentioned that more Xbox games would be coming to both. Sony and the next-gen Nintendo system this year. No titles have been officially confirmed, but it has been speculated that announcements will be made during next week’s Nintendo Switch 2 Direct event. Microsoft has yet to announce which games will be making the leap, but Starfield is heavily rumored to be one of the titles.
The PlayStation 5 logo was recently spotted on Creation listings, suggesting an announcement was imminent. Considering the game’s debut and continued updates, a PlayStation 5 release and following suit with Microsoft’s recent strategy of widening its audience through a number of consoles. Another major title that could see a broader release is the upcoming Fable reboot. And it may well not be an Xbox exclusive at launch, as reports suggest that versions for other consoles are already in the works.
Now that the game is pushed back to 2026, a simultaneous multiplatform release seems more likely. Yet, the hardware limitations of the Nintendo Switch 2 cast doubt on whether the console has the power needed to make the game run well in the first place when compared with more powerful systems. As Microsoft continues to embrace a multiplatform approach, it remains to be seen how many Xbox exclusives will make their way to PlayStation and Nintendo. More details will likely emerge in the coming months, particularly as major gaming events and showcases approach.
FAQs
Will Starfield release on PlayStation 5?
While not confirmed, leaks suggest a PlayStation 5 release is imminent.
Which Xbox games are coming to Switch 2?
The full list is unknown, but more titles are expected in 2025.
