MICROSOFT releases Starfield on PlayStation 5, considers Indiana Jones

In a significant move for the gaming industry, Microsoft is reportedly preparing to release its highly-anticipated RPG, Starfield, on the PlayStation 5, marking a notable shift towards a multiplatform strategy. This move would bring the game to a broader audience, considering Starfield's developer, Bethesda, is now a subsidiary of Microsoft. This approach echoes previous endeavors where Microsoft published games such as Minecraft across different platforms, with the inclusion of another giant, Call of Duty, following the Activision Blizzard acquisition.

Moreover, the tech giant is potentially investing in PlayStation 5 development kits to facilitate this transition. Alongside Starfield, rumors hint that 'Indiana Jones and the Great Circle' may also debut on PS5, though initially launching on Xbox and PC. Speculations suggest that Xbox executive Sarah Bond might announce further details in the spring, but no official statement from Microsoft has been released yet. This strategy could herald a new era for Xbox as it continues exploring avenues beyond console exclusivity.

While there is no official release date announced, it is rumored that Starfield might be released on PlayStation 5 after its Shattered Space expansion later this year. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is also expected to follow a few months after its initial release on Xbox and PC this December.

Starfield is the first new franchise in 25 years developed by the acclaimed creators of the Elder Scrolls series and Fallout: New Vegas, Bethesda Game Studios. It's an ambitious space exploration game that has captured the imagination of gamers with its promise of an expansive universe and immersive RPG mechanics. The potential cross-platform release of titles has implications for the industry as a whole, emphasizing a trend towards creating games accessible across multiple consoles, breaking down barriers between gaming communities and possibly reshaping exclusive title strategies.