Xbox Game Pass Reportedly Reduces Premium Sales by 80% on Xbox

Industry analysis suggests the subscription service boosts PlayStation sales for multi-platform titles while challenging Xbox exclusivity strategies.

Christopher Dring, a gaming industry journalist, claims that games included in Xbox Game Pass lose up to 80% of their expected premium sales on Xbox consoles.
The impact is reportedly less severe for major mainstream releases but remains significant for many titles, including high-profile games like Starfield and Hellblade 2.
Dring notes that multi-platform games on Game Pass can see increased sales on rival platforms like PlayStation, as Xbox exposure drives interest elsewhere.
Concerns are growing over whether Game Pass's subscription model is sustainable for premium game developers reliant on initial sales revenue.
Speculation suggests Microsoft may further embrace multi-platform releases to offset revenue losses and adapt its exclusivity strategy.