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Xbox Eyes Consistent PS5 Game Launches
26 Jan
Summary
- Xbox aims for more consistent PlayStation 5 release schedules.
- Forza Horizon 6 will launch later on PS5 than on other platforms.
- Development realities influence staggered release decisions.
Xbox Game Studios is actively working to refine its release strategy for PlayStation 5, with a goal of achieving greater consistency. Craig Duncan, head of Xbox Game Studios, stated that the company intends to "try and be more consistent" with its PS5 releases moving forward. This comes after a period where some Xbox titles launched on PS5 concurrently with Xbox and PC versions, while others, like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, arrived later.
Forza Horizon 6 is slated for a May 19, 2026 release on Xbox and PC, but its PS5 launch is expected later in 2026. This staggered release mirrors previous instances but contrasts with upcoming titles like Fable and Kiln, which are planned for simultaneous multi-platform launches. Duncan explained that these timing differences are often due to "development realities," including team size and project initiation timelines.
The publisher's overall strategy for PS5 releases, highlighted by the success of Forza Horizon 5 on the platform, is driven by a desire to make games accessible to the largest possible audience. The aim is to foster larger gaming communities by ensuring more players can engage with titles together, regardless of their preferred console.
