Sony shocker: Gamers stick to one game at a time

Sony's perspective on gaming subscription services suggests a more cautious approach than its competitor, Xbox Game Pass. CEO Kenichiro Yoshida explained that gamers tend to play one game at a time, which makes an extensive library less valuable than single-purchase games. Unlike Xbox Game Pass, new first-party Sony titles aren't available on release day through PlayStation Plus subscriptions. Sony is, however, expanding its gaming offerings with a focus on PC, mobile, and cloud gaming, still considering Microsoft's Activision Blizzard acquisition as healthy competition.

What is Sony's stance on gaming subscription services compared to Xbox Game Pass?

Sony believes that their gaming subscription services should not mimic the 'all you can eat' model of Xbox Game Pass, as they consider the gaming habits of players to be different from video streaming consumption, with a tendency to focus on one game at a time rather than using a vast library.

Sony has been pivotal in the console gaming market, with the PlayStation brand being one of the most recognized in the industry. The company has consistently produced exclusive titles that have defined console generations. In contrast, the Xbox Game Pass has been a significant move by Microsoft to change how people access and play games, offering a subscription model that includes a wide array of games for a monthly fee, challenging traditional game purchase models.