Microsoft's strategic decision to release first-party Xbox games on PlayStation is yielding positive results, as CEO Satya Nadella announced during the Q3 FY25 earnings call that the company topped preorder statistics on the PlayStation Store. The surge in preorders coincided with successful titles like Indiana Jones and Forza Horizon 5, contributing to increased gaming revenue despite a dip in Xbox hardware sales. Nadella also revealed impressive metrics such as a 45% increase in PC Game Pass revenue. However, a price increase for Xbox consoles and games was announced due to market conditions and development costs.
Microsoft's approach to releasing first-party Xbox games on PlayStation is proving effective, as evidenced by becoming the top publisher on the PlayStation Store by preorders.
CEO Satya Nadella reported a thriving gaming revenue growth and a notable increase in PC Game Pass revenue, showcasing Microsoft's expanding influence in the gaming market.
Despite a slight decline in Xbox hardware revenue, growth in Xbox Game Pass and major titles like Call of Duty and Minecraft have boosted gaming and content services revenue.
Nadella's call highlighted significant upcoming releases like Indiana Jones and Doom contributing to high preorder numbers, showcasing the potential impact of cross-platform strategies.
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