SEA OF THIEVES, HI-FI RUSH, GROUNDED & PENTIMENT Sailing to PlayStation

In an exciting development for console gamers, Microsoft is bringing four games previously exclusive to Xbox and PC to PlayStation consoles. The acclaimed seafaring multiplayer game, Sea of Thieves by Rare, is set to launch on PlayStation 5 on April 30th, featuring cross-play with Xbox and PC players. Obsidian Entertainment's narrative-driven Pentiment is available starting today for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, following its Xbox and PC release, and it will be joined by Grounded, another Obsidian title, arriving on PlayStation platforms on April 16th with cross-play enabled. Additionally, Tango Gameworks' rhythm action game, Hi-Fi Rush, will hit PlayStation 5 on March 19th. These cross-platform moves not only enable more gamers to enjoy these titles but also underscore a potential shift in Microsoft's exclusivity strategy. Physical editions for Pentiment and Hi-Fi Rush are also in the pipeline from Limited Run Games.

Are these Xbox games on PlayStation going to support cross-play?nYes, both Sea of Thieves and Grounded will support cross-play across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, allowing players from different platforms to play together.

Sea of Thieves is an action-adventure game developed by Rare and published by Microsoft Studios. The game allows players to take on the role of pirates navigating the seas, completing quests, and discovering treasures, either as a lone wolf or as part of a crew. Released in 2018, it has since seen numerous updates and expansions, building a dedicated fanbase with its unique blend of exploration, combat, and cooperative gameplay. Grounded is a survival game that shrinks players down to the size of ants, forcing them to survive in a suburban backyard with everyday bugs turned into formidable foes. Hi-Fi Rush is a unique blend of beat-matching rhythm gameplay with action combat, developed by Tango Gameworks, known for horror titles like The Evil Within. Pentiment is a narrative-focused adventure set in the 16th century, with an art style and storytelling approach that are distinct within the gaming sphere.