S-GAME Addresses "Nobody Needs Xbox" Controversy Surrounding Phantom Blade Zero
S-GAME, the studio behind the anticipated titles Phantom Blade Zero and Black Myth: Wukong, has issued a statement clarifying recent reports regarding an alleged comment dismissing the Xbox platform. The controversy stemmed from an anonymous source at ChinaJoy 2024, whose remarks were misinterpreted and amplified by various media outlets.
Initial reports, originating from a Chinese news source and subsequently covered by international outlets like Aroged and Gameplay Cassi, misrepresented the anonymous developer's statement. While the original comment reportedly indicated low Xbox interest in Asia, some translations incorrectly suggested a complete dismissal of the platform.
S-GAME's official Twitter(X) statement refutes these interpretations. The studio emphasizes its commitment to broad accessibility, stating that the reported comments "do not represent S-GAME’s values or culture," and that they haven't ruled out any platform for Phantom Blade Zero. Their focus remains on delivering the game to the widest possible audience.
While S-GAME doesn't directly address the anonymous source's authenticity, the underlying sentiment regarding Xbox's relatively lower market share in Asia holds some truth. Sales figures in regions like Japan highlight the platform's lagging position compared to PlayStation and Nintendo. Furthermore, limited retail availability in certain Southeast Asian countries has further hampered Xbox's penetration.
Speculation about an exclusive deal with Sony, fueled by prior acknowledgment of Sony's development and marketing support, has also been addressed. S-GAME has explicitly denied any exclusive partnership, reiterating their plans for PC and PlayStation 5 releases.
Although an Xbox release remains unconfirmed, S-GAME's response leaves the door open for future possibilities. The situation underscores the importance of accurate reporting and the potential for misinterpretations to escalate quickly in the gaming news cycle.
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