Developers Favor PS5 and Switch 2 Over Xbox: Insights from GDC Survey
The latest State of the Game Industry survey by the Game Developers Conference reveals a significant trend: developers are showing a clear preference for creating games on the PS5 and Switch 2 over the Xbox Series X/S. With only 20% of surveyed developers expressing interest in Xbox, compared to 40% for PS5 and 39% for Switch 2, it’s evident that the landscape of game development is shifting.
This survey, which included responses from over 2,300 industry professionals, highlights a growing divide in platform preference. While PC remains the most popular choice for game development at 80%, the stark contrast between the interest in Xbox versus its competitors raises questions about Microsoft’s strategy in the gaming market. With major titles like Fable and Forza Horizon 6 set to release on PS5 alongside Xbox, the implications for Xbox’s market position are profound.
As the gaming industry evolves, it will be interesting to see how these preferences influence future game releases and platform strategies. Will Xbox adapt effectively to regain developer interest, or will the trend continue to favor its competitors?
Original source: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/twice-as-many-developers-surveyed-by-gdc-say-they-want-to-make-games-on-ps5-or-switch-2-than-on-xbox/