Sony isn't concerned about losing PlayStation 5 (PS5) users to PC gaming, according to a company executive. This statement comes amidst a recent discussion of Sony's expanding 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 broadens reach and revenue, it theoretically weakens the PS5's unique selling proposition. However, Sony remains unconcerned about significant PS5 user migration to PC. A company representative stated during a late 2024 investor Q&A: "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."
PS5 Sales Remain Strong Despite PC Ports
This confidence is supported by PS5 sales figures. As of November 2024, 65.5 million PS5 units have been sold, closely mirroring the PS4's sales (over 73 million in its first four years). The slight difference is largely attributed to PS5 supply chain issues during the pandemic, not a lack of exclusive titles. The consistent intergenerational sales suggest that PC ports haven't significantly impacted the PS5's appeal.
Sony intends to further intensify its PC porting efforts, aiming to reduce the time lag between PS5 and PC releases. This strategy is exemplified by Marvel's Spider-Man 2, launching on PC just 15 months after its PS5 debut—a much shorter window than the two-year exclusivity period for Spider-Man: Miles Morales.
Further bolstering the PC gaming pipeline, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is slated for a January 23rd Steam release. Several high-profile PS5 exclusives remain unannounced for PC, including Gran Turismo 7, Rise of the Ronin, Stellar Blade, and the Demon's Souls remake. The continued aggressive push into the PC market signals Sony's commitment to this strategy, despite the lack of observed negative impact on PS5 sales.
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