Flight Simulator and Halo would arrive on Switch 2 and PS5

Right now, a new indiscretion is circulating on the web coming from the famous insider NateDrake , who said that Microsoft is accelerating the cross-platform strategy of its games, bringing to other consoles titles that until recently were exclusive to Xbox . Among these titles, important names such as Halo: The Master Chief Collection and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 stand out, intended to land in 2025 on PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2. This change in strategy represents a significant revolution for the sector, driven by the growing need for economic sustainability in the context of the development of increasingly complex and expensive securities. It is precisely in this sense that we remember that Phil Spencer, CEO of Microsoft Gaming, had already mentioned a “case by case” approach for Xbox exclusives. However, recent rumors suggest that the Redmond giant could focus much more decisively on this strategy.

NateDrake, in his last speech, spoke about Microsoft’s strong commitment to the Switch 2, with the porting of already known games and the introduction of patches for 4K support. Titles that could benefit from this approach include Grounded, Pentiment, and the two Ori chapters. There is also no shortage of speculation about Sea of ​​​​Thieves and Hi-Fi Rush, which could debut on Nintendo consoles.

Let’s read the statements shared by the insider:

“I suspect Oblivion Remake is cross-platform, there’s no reason to doubt it. The games I’ve heard of that will be released on multiple platforms in 2025, besides the obvious, are Flight Simulator which is coming to PS5 and Switch 2, and Halo: The Master Chief Collection which is coming to PS5 and Switch 2. I will add that Microsoft will be a big supporter of Switch 2. It will port and update the current Switch 2 lineup. So games like Grounded, Pentiment, and Ori will eventually come to Switch as well. they will be patched for 4K support and I wouldn’t be surprised if we see Sea of ​​Thieves, perhaps Hi-Fi Rush, make an appearance. Expect plenty of MS games on Switch 2 and PS5 in the future.

If confirmed, these projects would mark a small revolution in the gaming market, breaking down the barriers of exclusivity and offering players a more accessible and shared experience. All that remains is to wait for new official confirmations and find out how this strategy will influence the future of video games.