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- Nintendo Switch 2 faces backlash from gamers for a higher price tag and costly games.
- First-party PlayStation games are still region-locked on PC, and the gaming giant pushing live-service and unnecessary remasters has disappointed players.
- On the other hand, fans have appreciated Xbox’s perks like Game Pass, Play Anywhere, and more.
The turmoil of the entire gaming industry has shifted in recent years. With inflation and higher development costs, video game and console prices have soared high, making consoles not a viable option for most budget gamers.
Amid such anti-consumer policies, multiple gamers are now calling Xbox the most user-friendly platform.
Why it matters: Microsoft has faced backlash for its anti-consumer approach. However, it’s surprising to see how they’ve transformed Xbox into the most gamer-friendly platform today.
This realization comes as a result of several recent developments, including the reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2. Gamers have raised concerns about the pricing, set at $449, along with a dedicated button feature that appears locked behind a paywall.
Newly introduced tariffs will push this retail price even further. Moreover, many gamers are now second-guessing their decision to buy the console after the new emerging standard of $80 digital games.
How did we reach the irony of Xbox being the most pro-consumer platform?
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On the other hand, Sony is also facing retaliation from gamers. Region-locking for first-party PlayStation PC ports remains unresolved, and fans are expressing disappointment over unwanted remasters.
Their shift toward live-service games and cinematic adaptations has also resulted in a noticeable gap in first-party exclusives compared to previous generations.
Meanwhile, gamers praise Xbox for its multiplatform strategy, which aims to serve multiple player bases. Its Game Pass subscription continues to provide access to major AAA titles on day one, along with a wide selection of other games.
The Xbox Play Anywhere program ensures players won’t have to purchase the same game twice when switching between Xbox and a PC.
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