Shuhei Yoshida, former head of Sony Interactive Entertainment, voiced concerns about video game subscription services like Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus, particularly their impact on third-party and indie developers. He noted that while these services seem beneficial for those included, they pose risks for those outside the 'walled garden.' Yoshida emphasized the danger of subscription services dictating game creation, warning that it could stifle innovation. He compared Sony's subscription strategy to Xbox's, deeming the former healthier as it encourages direct game purchases before they are added to subscription offerings.
If the only way for people to play games is through subscriptions that's really dangerous, because what [type] of games can be created will be dictated by the owner of the subscription services.
I believe the way Sony approached [subscriptions] is healthier. You know, not to overpromise and to allow people to spend money to buy the new games.
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