It means there are practically no more barriers to entry anymore, and anyone who is interested in Xbox or playing games in general can do so – even those who only own a PS5 or Nintendo Switch will probably have access to a PC or smartphone.Unlike Microsoft, then, Sony has to sell you a PS5 if it wants to make money. With Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, the company has created a revenue stream thats available across Xbox consoles, PC, Android phones, and soon, iOS devices and browsers. And honestly, that gap has widened considerably almost five months since the consoles released, to the point where its making Sonys tried and trusted strategy look horribly outdated. Its worth reiterating, but Microsoft really doesnt care if you buy an Xbox Series X.

And its why Ive found myself playing on Xbox Series X far more than PS5. Even before Microsofts flagship console was released, I stated that the Xbox Series X was already better value than the PS5.

The PlayStation 5 is an accomplished console with some fantastic features, but one ugly truth is starting to become abundantly clear: the PS5 cant compete with Microsofts Xbox Series X when it comes to value.

Despite being enamored with the PS5 at launch, my enthusiasm for the system has slowly begun to wane.

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