What Kojima's Xbox Deal Means for Players
For players, this means two highly anticipated Kojima games will likely be tied to Xbox, giving the platform a major creative boost while Sony faces backlash over its digital-only push and cancelled e…
For players, this means two highly anticipated Kojima games will likely be tied to Xbox, giving the platform a major creative boost while Sony faces backlash over its digital-only push and cancelled e…
Key points - Hideo Kojima confirmed OD and Physint are progressing as planned under Xbox Game Studios. - Sony allegedly cancelled Physint's PS5 exclusivity over budget, missed deadlines, and exclusivity issues. - Xbox picked up Physint after Kojima pitched the game to them instead. - Sony is ending physical disc production by 2028, prompting a PSN blackout protest. - Xbox's 'Xbox Reset' has led to divestments, closures, and mergers of key studios.
Timeline - Recently: Sony allegedly cancels Physint exclusivity deal with Kojima Productions. - After cancellation: Kojima pitches Physint to Xbox, who agrees to publish it. - This week: Kojima discusses OD and Physint on his radio show, confirming progress.
FAQ
Q: What is Physint? A: Physint is a detective thriller game by Hideo Kojima, described as 'quite different' from Metal Gear. It was originally planned as a PS5 exclusive before moving to Xbox.
Q: Why did Sony cancel Physint? A: Sony allegedly axed the deal over budget concerns, missed deadlines, and the game not being truly exclusive, according to Kojima.
Q: Will Kojima games be Xbox exclusives? A: OD and Physint are published under Xbox Game Studios, but no official exclusivity details have been confirmed beyond that.
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