this post was submitted on 28 Aug 2024
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It's super scummy, what they're doing with PC.
The plan is to launch games on PC then lock sequels to console to try and force more hardware sales.
They've literally already released sequels, with another coming in September.
I feel like you don’t understand how running a business works or being a major platform creator works…
Welcome to Lemmy! Where the real world is a complete unknown.
Now the question will be: How long until emulation of these console-locked games is viable?
They're trying to hedge their bets. Nintendo effectively dropped out of the home console market, Microsoft has transitioned away from the console, so Sony is dipping a toe in