{"id":15141,"date":"2025-07-22T09:45:10","date_gmt":"2025-07-22T09:45:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/15141\/"},"modified":"2025-07-22T09:45:10","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T09:45:10","slug":"ps5-makes-the-most-sense-ori-dev-explains-why-its-swapping-xbox-for-sony","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/15141\/","title":{"rendered":"‘PS5 Makes the Most Sense’: Ori Dev Explains Why It’s Swapping Xbox for Sony"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The next game from Ori and the Blind Forest<\/a> dev Moon Studios is already available in Early Access on PC, but it\u2019s already been announced for PS5 and will come to Sony\u2019s console when it\u2019s complete.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a change in approach from the Austrian studio, as up until this point it hasn\u2019t released any of its games on a PlayStation platform. The two Ori games were eventually ported to the Nintendo Switch, but not the PS5 or PS4.<\/p>\n

Writing on Discord<\/a>, ever-outspoken CEO Thomas Mahler set tongues wagging earlier today when he implied his company\u2019s next game could skip Xbox entirely, due to market conditions.<\/p>\n

He wrote:<\/p>\n

\u201cGiven current market conditions, we might only release on PS5 and potentially Switch 2 for the time being. We\u2019ll have to discuss with Microsoft to see what makes sense for Xbox.\u201d<\/p>\n

After these comments went viral, Mahler clarified on X<\/a> (or Twitter<\/a>) that he expects the game to launch everywhere eventually, but that \u201cjust looking at the numbers, PS5 makes the most sense at the moment\u201d.<\/p>\n

We know that PS5 has sold over 77.7 million units to date<\/a>, while the Xbox is estimated to be less than half that. Switch 2 only just launched, but is already off to an impressive start and will likely catch up relatively quickly.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s nothing to officially confirm yet.<\/p>\n

We want to support consoles and just looking at the numbers, PS5 makes the most sense at the moment.<\/p>\n

Ultimately we\u2019ll ship on all platforms, but likely not at the same time!<\/p>\n

\u2014 thomasmahler (@thomasmahler) July 21, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

Meanwhile, there\u2019s also been a lot of commentary about Xbox\u2019s ability to sell software outside of Game Pass<\/a>. While we don\u2019t have any hard data on that, it\u2019s not uncommon to see games selling significantly better on the PS5 due to its larger install base and reduced emphasis on subscription services.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s perhaps worth noting that there may be some animosity between Microsoft and Moon Studios, after one report claimed<\/a> that the pair had split over toxic workplace allegations<\/a> which had been aimed at Mahler and his company.<\/p>\n

But looking at the CEO\u2019s comments, it seems he just considers PS5 to be a better bet these days in terms of potential addressable audience.<\/p>\n

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For what it\u2019s worth, No Rest for the Wicked has been attracting rave reviews on PC for its stunning artwork and hardcore Diablo<\/a>-esque isometric gameplay.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s how the official blurb pitches it:<\/p>\n

\u201cHone combat skills with a system that challenges you to be deliberate and strategic. Battle against gruesome creatures, enemy soldiers, and punishing bosses in tense, visceral combat. Feel the weight and speed of each weapon through their own move sets. Enchant armaments with runes, craft rare armor, and create bespoke character builds that fit your playstyle. Prepare for an intense combat experience where every enemy encounter can feel like an epic duel.\u201d<\/p>\n

Is this a game you\u2019re planning to pick up on PS5 eventually, and are you excited to see Moon Studios make its PlayStation debut? Let us know in the comments section below.<\/p>\n

[source twitter.com<\/a>, via purexbox.com<\/a>]<\/p>\n

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\"Sammy<\/p>\n

As the Editor of Push Square, Sammy has over 15 years of experience analysing the world of PlayStation, from PS3 through PS5 and everything in between. He\u2019s an expert on PS Studios and industry matters, as well as sports games and simulators. He also enjoys RPGs when he has the time to dedicate to them, and is a bit of a gacha whale.<\/p>\n