September 9th 2024.
Have you heard the latest rumors about the highly anticipated Switch 2? The Monday letters page is buzzing with talk about it, but some are growing tired of the vague speculations. On the other hand, one reader is eagerly awaiting the release of Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom. If you want to join in on the discussions, don't forget to email us your thoughts and opinions!
Speaking of timing, I know this may seem like a silly question, but do you think there's a chance that Astro Bot might make its way to Xbox? I've been itching to give it a try, but unfortunately, I made the switch to Xbox this generation. It's a decision I regret now that games are being released cross-platform. I've always been a loyal PlayStation fan, but Game Pass lured me in this time. I'm sure many of the other writers in the Inbox can relate to this mistake.
Well, it's not completely out of the question. After all, we did see Super Mario on Xbox. But let's not get our hopes up just yet.
Moving on, it seems like a lot of people are unhappy with the idea of the PlayStation 6 being released in 2026. Can you blame them? We've barely had two "normal" years of this generation, with Sony facing challenges like the pandemic. Despite that, the first two years were still better than the last two. So it's no surprise that PlayStation 5 sales are dwindling. The lack of exclusive games is a major factor in this decline. It's surprising that Sony, with all their experience, can't see this. Do they really think games like Concord or Astro Bot, which have had little to no advertising, will attract buyers? It's a big mistake on their part, and I hope they realize it soon.
I have a feeling the decision to release the PlayStation 6 in 2026 has already been made. As one of our readers pointed out in their feature this weekend, it might be a chance for Sony to hit the reset button. They could simply forget about the PlayStation 5 and start fresh with the PlayStation 6. As absurd as it sounds, I believe this might be Sony's gameplan.
Let's take a moment to talk about the concept of a new console. Remember when consoles had a long lifespan and developers had the time to fully explore its capabilities? Nowadays, with the rising costs of development, it's almost impossible to push a console to its limits. That's why I think it's time for a reset in the gaming industry. Indie developers have already caught on to this trend, creating smaller yet more advanced games. This not only leads to lower costs, but also allows for more variety in the games we play. With the current prices of games, it's no wonder people are only buying four or five games per console. A reset is definitely needed.
On a different note, we were thrilled to read about Atomfall in your preview and interview. It's great to see an English post-apocalyptic game being made, especially since Fallout London probably won't become official. Did you get a sense of how big the world of Atomfall is? From what we saw, it seemed like a single open world map, similar to Metro Exodus. And the best part? It'll be available on Game Pass!
Switching back to the topic of rumors, there's been a lot of talk about the potential announcement of the Switch 2 in January or February. But since Nintendo is notorious for doing the unexpected, could this mean they have something up their sleeve that might not be in their best interest? Some of the rumors are so vague and far-fetched that it's hard to believe they hold any truth. When there's a lack of information, anything can fill the void.
Lastly, let's talk about Microsoft's recent increased profits. It's no secret that their acquisition of Activision Blizzard played a major role in this. Without it, they might have been in the red. But now, they have a plethora of IPs to generate income from, not just Call of Duty. We're already seeing hits like Doom: The Dark Ages and Indiana Jones. It's interesting to note that Xbox makes most of its profits from PlayStation. It's almost like they're saying "if you can't beat them, join them!" On the other hand, Sony will most likely focus on selling their consoles, as they don't have as many studios or popular IPs as Microsoft. It's no secret that licensing fees for games like Spider-Man can be quite expensive, as we saw in the leaked Insomniac documents. Who knows, maybe we'll see more PlayStation games on PC and even the rumored Switch 2 in the future. Only time will tell.
PlayStation fans, get ready to rejoice because Astro Bot is finally here! This highly anticipated game is exclusive to PlayStation, which has caused quite a stir among the gaming community. But that's not the only topic of discussion on the Monday letters page. Some readers are fed up with the vague rumors surrounding the upcoming Switch 2, while others are excited about the possibility of playing Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom.
One reader, Chris, reached out to the Inbox with a burning question. As an Xbox fan, Chris is regretting his decision to switch over from PlayStation this generation. With the recent trend of cross-platform releases, he can't help but wonder if there's a chance Astro Bot might make its way to Xbox. While it may seem like a long shot, it's certainly more likely than seeing Super Mario on Xbox.
Another reader, Cauli, expressed their frustration with the news of a potential PlayStation 6 release in 2026. They point out that we've only had two "normal" years of this generation due to the pandemic, and sales of the PlayStation 5 have suffered due to the lack of exclusive games. Cauli questions Sony's decision-making and suggests that they may be planning to simply "reset" by bringing out the PlayStation 6 and forgetting the PlayStation 5 ever happened.
Neil, another Inbox reader, has some strong opinions on the current state of gaming. He believes that the development costs of consoles today make it impossible for them to be pushed to their limits. Neil suggests that a "reset" is needed, with a focus on smaller, more advanced indie games that can lower costs and prices for consumers.
Switching gears to a more positive topic, Tundrastrider expressed their excitement for the upcoming game Atomfall. They are happy to see a post-apocalyptic game set in England, especially since the highly anticipated Fallout London won't be officially released. Tundrastrider is curious about the size of the game's world and is pleased to hear that it will be available on Game Pass.
Boney, on the other hand, has some concerns about the recent Switch 2 rumors. They find it frustrating that some of the rumors are so vague and contradictory, and they suggest that this is due to a lack of information from Nintendo. Boney believes that anything will fill the void of information, no matter how far-fetched it may seem.
Finally, there's been a lot of buzz surrounding Microsoft's recent acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Some believe that this is the reason for their increased profits, while others argue that it's just a small part of their overall success. One thing is for sure, PlayStation will continue to be a major player in the gaming industry, and Microsoft may need to rely on their 30% profit from PlayStation to stay afloat. Only time will tell how this acquisition will shape the future of gaming.
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