Insomniac Games Firmly Rules Out Spider-Man Games Launching on Xbox
Insomniac Games has definitively stated that its popular Marvel’s Spider-Man series will not be available on Xbox. The developer indicated that a launch of any Spider-Man title on Microsoft’s consoles is “not likely.” Despite this firm stance, players can play Spider-Man games on the handheld Xbox Rog Ally X, achieving performance that closely matches the PlayStation 5.
Spider-Man Series Success
Since its debut, Insomniac’s Spider-Man franchise has established itself as a cornerstone of the PlayStation brand. The first installment, released in 2018, generated over $3.8 billion in revenue for Sony. Following releases, including sequels and spin-offs, have each sold over 10 million copies worldwide. The series continued to perform well, even on PC, generating millions despite a troubled launch period.
Console Rivalry
The gaming landscape has evolved, with the rivalry between PlayStation and Xbox becoming less fierce. Nonetheless, Sony appears committed to retaining its premium first-party titles exclusively on PlayStation for the foreseeable future. While Insomniac Games previously stated that Spider-Man would not come to PC, the company later reversed that decision, releasing all titles on Windows. Recently, the port of Spider-Man 2 alone brought in $8 million in revenue within just two days of its launch.
Community Reactions
- InsomniacGames responded to a fan inquiry on X, reaffirming that a release on Xbox is unlikely.
- Despite the developer’s confirmation, there remains a glimmer of hope among fans for a future Xbox release.
- Examples of Sony titles, like Helldivers 2, launching on Xbox suggest potential shifts in exclusivity trends.
Though the release of Marvel’s Spider-Man titles on Xbox consoles seems improbable, the gaming community remains eager for any possible changes. Fans are left to wonder if Sony will ever reconsider its exclusivity approach for its first-party games.
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