Xbox Game Studios and Bethesda Softworks announced that the highly anticipate upcoming science fiction space exploration RPG titled 'Starfield' will be an official Xbox 'Play Anywhere' title. This means that customers who purchase the game either on Xbox Series or Microsoft Windows will receive a valid copy of the game on both platforms at no additional cost.
This move comes as Microsoft attempts to focus more on PC gaming and gaming accessibility due to the Xbox Series consoles being less popular than the company originally hoped for. Starfield is expected to be one of the largest first-party Xbox title releases in this gaming generation, as it is developed by Bethesda, most known for Elder Scrolls and Fallout, and is a large-budget, visually-stunning AAA adventure with hundreds of hours of potential gameplay.
Cross-Platform Game Purchases
Xbox Studios Announced that Starfield will be a 'Play Anywhere' Game
Trend Themes
1. Cross-platform Gaming - The announcement of 'Starfield' as a 'Play Anywhere' title highlights the growing trend of cross-platform gaming, allowing gamers to seamlessly play on different devices.
2. Gaming Accessibility - Microsoft's focus on PC gaming and the 'Play Anywhere' feature demonstrates the trend towards increasing gaming accessibility, making games available on multiple platforms for a wider audience.
3. Highly Anticipated Releases - The anticipation for 'Starfield' showcases the trend of highly anticipated game releases, especially when developed by renowned studios like Bethesda.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - The cross-platform nature of 'Starfield' presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the gaming industry, pushing for more seamless gaming experiences across devices.
2. PC Gaming - Microsoft's emphasis on PC gaming and the 'Play Anywhere' feature opens up disruptive innovation opportunities in the PC gaming industry, bridging the gap between console and PC gaming.
3. Big Budget AAA Games - The release of 'Starfield' as a visually-stunning AAA adventure with extensive gameplay hours creates disruptive innovation opportunities in the big budget game industry, setting new standards for immersive gaming experiences.