Xbox head Phil Spencer believes that blockbuster titles like Starfield and Spider-Man 2 have the potential to be released on mobile devices. However, he claims that platform holders are preventing this from happening. Despite their massive popularity, these AAA games are limited in their audience due to exclusivity deals with Xbox and PlayStation.
While Starfield will be available on both console and PC at launch, it will not be released on PlayStation. On the other hand, Spider-Man 2 is a PlayStation exclusive that may eventually make its way to PC. Spencer believes that these games could be played on mobile through streaming, but platform holders are currently not allowing it.
Spencer expressed his belief that players should have the choice to play games in whatever way they want, even though the best gameplay experience will still be on console or PC. Xbox’s commitment to making games accessible through various platforms is evident with Game Pass, which offers many titles on day one of release and is also available on PC.
Spencer’s vision goes beyond the console wars of the past, as he aims to innovate and collaborate with other platforms and creators. While not everyone in the industry may share this attitude, if successful, games like Starfield and Spider-Man 2 on mobile could become a reality.
| Game | Platform | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| Starfield | Xbox, PC | 2023 |
| Spider-Man 2 | PlayStation, PC (potential) | 2023 |
Source: DOTESPORTS
