There’s buzz in the gaming world as reports hint that several major Xbox exclusives might make their debut on the PS5 this year. Games like "Halo: The Master Chief Collection" and "Gears of War: Ultimate Edition," usually staple titles for Xbox, are rumored to be heading to the competition’s platform.
Xbox Exclusives Eyeing PS5 and Switch 2?
According to insider NateTheHate, both "Halo: The Master Chief Collection" and "Microsoft Flight Simulator" are anticipated to launch on PS5 and the next-gen Nintendo Switch 2. Adding fuel to the fire, Windows Central backs up these claims and mentions that "Age of Mythology: Retold," "Hellblade 2," and potentially "Gears of War: Ultimate Edition" could be landing on PS5 as well. There’s also chatter about "Final Fantasy 7 Remake" possibly arriving on Xbox in 2025.
Last year, Phil Spencer, head of Xbox, mentioned that there aren’t strict boundaries preventing Xbox exclusives from finding their way to PlayStation. This aligns with the new wave of rumors suggesting that some of Microsoft’s top franchises could transition to rival consoles. NateTheHate, a reliable source for game leaks, asserts that Microsoft plans to introduce "Halo: The Master Chief Collection" and "Microsoft Flight Simulator" to the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 this year.
Windows Central supports these speculations and adds that Microsoft is considering bringing "Hellblade 2," "Age of Mythology: Retold," and maybe "Gears of War: Ultimate Edition" to the PlayStation 5 in 2025.
Moreover, 2025 seems to be a promising year for Xbox fans, with "Final Fantasy 7 Remake" finally making its way to their console. NateTheHate confirms that Xbox will see the Remake in 2025, with "Final Fantasy Rebirth" following in 2026. Square Enix had announced earlier an "aggressive pursuit" of a multiplatform strategy, including Xbox in their plans. Could we be on the verge of seeing FF7 Remake on Xbox this year?
At this stage, the idea of Microsoft extending its cherished Xbox franchises to other platforms is not as shocking as it might have once seemed. Spencer has openly stated that there are no untouchable titles in the Xbox lineup, signaling that flagship series like "Halo," "Gears," and "Forza," could all potentially see releases beyond Xbox.
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