Rumor: One of the Biggest Xbox Franchises Reportedly Coming to Switch 2, PS5

Xbox's Multi-Platform Push Expands: Halo and Flight Simulator Rumored for PS5 and Switch 2

Reports suggest a significant expansion of Microsoft's multi-platform strategy, with potential releases of major Xbox franchises on PlayStation 5 and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.

Industry insider NateTheHate claims that Halo: The Master Chief Collection is slated for PS5 and Switch 2 ports, with a potential 2025 release. This follows Microsoft's recent initiative to bring first-party titles to other consoles, starting with games like Pentiment, Hi-Fi Rush, Grounded, and Sea of Thieves. The inclusion of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and the upcoming Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny further solidifies this shift.

Adding to the speculation, NateTheHate also indicated a likely multi-platform release for Microsoft Flight Simulator, possibly referencing the recently launched MFS 2024, also targeting a 2025 release on PS5 and Switch 2.

This trend is corroborated by another insider, Jez Corden, who tweeted that "way more" Xbox games will be making their way to PS5 and Switch 2 in 2025, suggesting the end of the era of exclusive Xbox titles.

The future of Call of Duty on Nintendo platforms also remains a significant factor. Microsoft's ten-year agreement with Nintendo to bring Call of Duty to their consoles is likely awaiting the release of the more powerful Switch 2, better equipped to handle the graphical demands of the series.