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technology5 months ago•7 min saved

Xbox and PlayStation Console Sales Trends in June 2025

Xbox Series X|S has faced declining sales and limited marketing, with major upcoming titles like GTA 6 potentially boosting console demand. Microsoft has plans to expand its ecosystem through PC and hybrid devices, but currently, it risks losing ground to PlayStation due to lack of exclusive games and strategic focus. The success of future releases and hardware strategies will determine if Xbox can capitalize on upcoming opportunities or remain on the sidelines.

via Windows Central|

#console-competition #gta-6 #hardware-sales

technology7 months ago•2 min saved

Sony Downplays Switch 2 Success, Highlights PS5's Big Screen Experience

Sony's CEO Hideaki Nishino expressed confidence in the PlayStation 5 and showed little concern about the rapid success of Nintendo's Switch 2, which set a record for fastest-selling system. Sony believes market catalysts like Switch 2 benefit the industry overall and is developing a portable PS5 to compete in the handheld space. The company remains committed to live-service games, with Bungie's Marathon releasing soon.

via GameSpot|

#console-competition #gaming-industry #playstation

business2 years ago•2 min saved

Sony Accused of Anti-Competitive Tactics by Microsoft and U.S. Congress

Activision CEO Bobby Kotick sent out an email to his entire company and posted it online, defending the Microsoft-Activision merger and claiming that regulators are starting to understand the industry. He also addressed Sony's concerns about the deal, stating that they are not actually concerned about a Call of Duty agreement, but rather want to prevent the merger from happening. Kotick assured PlayStation players that Activision will continue to deliver the best games possible on Sony platforms.

via Kotaku|

#activision-blizzard #bobby-kotick #business