Sony Comments on Risk of Losing PS5 Users to PC

Sony's PC Port Strategy: No PS5 User Loss Concerns

Sony isn't concerned about losing PlayStation 5 (PS5) users to PC gaming, according to a company official. This statement comes amidst a broader 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 point. However, Sony remains unconcerned about significant PS5 user attrition. 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 trajectory (over 73 million units in its first four years). The slight difference is largely attributed to PS5 supply chain constraints during the pandemic, rather than the impact of PC ports. Sony's consistent console sales across generations further validates its view that PC releases minimally affect the PS5's market position.

Sony's commitment to PC ports is not only continuing but intensifying. In 2024, President Hiroki Totoki announced a more "aggressive" approach, aiming to reduce the time lag between PS5 and PC releases. Marvel's Spider-Man 2, launching on PC January 30th, just 15 months after its PS5 debut, exemplifies this strategy – a significant reduction compared to the two-year exclusivity of Spider-Man: Miles Morales.

Alongside Spider-Man 2, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth arrives on Steam January 23rd. Several other high-profile PS5 exclusives remain unannounced for PC, including Gran Turismo 7, Rise of the Ronin, Stellar Blade, and the Demon's Souls remake.

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