Microsoft and Sony are rivals in the gaming industry, each having their own share of games for the masses. They do share some game titles on their respective game consoles which could be one massive entity if they find a way to jive together.
With that said, cross-platform gaming comes to mind. Can Microsoft and Sony bring down their barriers and work together which will benefit both and the humongous gaming sector?
Microsoft has shown openness to the idea though Sony is the one seen as holding out. Ed Fries, the co-creator of X-Box, said that the company is willing to the scheme but noted that it still depends on whether Sony would agree to the cross-platform game play.
Fried is aware that by making the cross-platform happen will be beneficial to gamers and both companies. Additionally, making it happen will open doors for better cooperation and respect between the two corporate rivals.
Sony mum on the matter
While Fries has come out and answered on the part of Microsoft, the same cannot be said for Sony. The company behind the PlayStation game console series, has yet to come out with an official statement on the proposal despite the fact that there are more Xbox One console owners than the PlayStation 4s according to Neurogadget.
Despite that claim, Sony is unlikely to come out with an answer for now though they stand to benefit from the whole ordeal. The partnership could offer them an indirect tactic where they could figure out why people prefer the Xbox One game console over the PS4.
All this is on the business side of things which Microsoft seems to be unfazed about. This is why agreeing to a cross-platform niche is seen as beneficial though Sony may stubbornly snub it due to business-related concerns.
The book on cross-platform gaming is not totally closed for now. It remains up in the air until Sony officially comes out with their decision on the proposal.
