PS5 Exclusive Death Stranding Now Available on Xbox
A surprising move has occurred in the gaming world as Kojima Productions’ Death Stranding Director’s Cut, previously a PS5 exclusive title with console publishing rights held by Sony, is now quietly available on Xbox Series X|S. What makes this release even more unexpected is the exclusive console publishing rights and ownership of the IP that Sony had over the game.
Unveiling the Surprise Xbox Release
Although Death Stranding was previously available on Game Pass for PC, the Director’s Cut version that debuted on PS5 in 2021 and PC in 2022 has now made its way to Xbox platforms. In an official announcement from Kojima Productions, it was revealed that Sony retains ownership of the IP while 505 Games is responsible for publishing the game on Xbox Series X|S.
The details of the agreement that allowed this cross-platform release are not clear, but it is well-known that Hideo Kojima has always preferred multiplatform releases for his games. With strong relationships with both Sony and Microsoft, this move may indicate a shift towards more collaborations between the console giants.
While Xbox has been gradually expanding its reach by releasing games on rival platforms, Sony has not reciprocated in the same manner. The introduction of Death Stranding on Xbox raises questions about whether this signals a new direction for future collaborations between the gaming giants.