Sony Comments on Risk of Losing PS5 Users to PC

Sony's PC Port Strategy: No PS5 User Loss Concerns

Sony remains unconcerned about potential PS5 user attrition due to PC game releases, according to a company representative. This assertion comes amidst a broader discussion of Sony's evolving PC publishing strategy.

Sony's foray into PC gaming began in 2020 with Horizon Zero Dawn, and has since accelerated, particularly after the 2021 acquisition of Nixxes Software, a renowned PC porting studio. While releasing PlayStation exclusives on PC expands reach and revenue, it theoretically weakens the console's unique selling proposition. However, Sony's data suggests otherwise.

PS5 Sales Remain Strong Despite PC Ports

PS5 sales figures, reaching 65.5 million units by November 2024, closely mirror the PS4's performance within its first four years (approximately 73 million units). Sony attributes the slight difference primarily to PS5 supply chain constraints during the pandemic, not the availability of titles on PC. This robust sales performance reinforces Sony's belief that PC ports minimally impact PS5 appeal.

A company official stated, "In terms of losing users to PCs, we have neither confirmed that any such trend is underway, nor do we see it as a major risk, so far."

An Aggressive Future for PlayStation PC Ports

Sony intends to further intensify its PC porting efforts. In 2024, President Hiroki Totoki announced a plan to become more "aggressive," reducing the time lag between PS5 and PC releases. Marvel's Spider-Man 2, launching on PC just 15 months after its PS5 debut, exemplifies this strategy, a significant reduction compared to the over two-year exclusivity of Spider-Man: Miles Morales.

Beyond Spider-Man 2 (January 30th), Final Fantasy VII Rebirth arrives on Steam on January 23rd. Several other high-profile PS5 exclusives remain unannounced for PC, including Gran Turismo 7, Rise of the Ronin, Stellar Blade, and the Demon's Souls remake.

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