By using this site, you agree to our Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use. Close
outlawauron on 12 June 2019
Edit Thread
Barkley said:
outlawauron said:

Those subscriptions are huge money makers though. Live is successful and likely lifts the entire bottom line. I don't think MS breaks down the numbers like Sony does in that regard, but if PS+ subscriptions bring in more revenue than all of Nintendo, then surely MS is doing just fine.

Right, but what drives the sales of Live? Selling consoles. You can't sell Live to people who don't own an Xbox.

Of course, I just was trying to point out that it was foolish to be so dismissive of them. They can do very well by driving higher engagement with a smaller userbase. Since MS doesn't really have a shot to completely take over, the wisest move is to add value to their base, keep them loyal, and expand services offered. No reason to believe that Scarlett won't also be a success, especially without the complete fumbled start that X1 suffered.

Also, you can now buy GamePass with just PC, but your overall point is true.



"We'll toss the dice however they fall,
And snuggle the girls be they short or tall,
Then follow young Mat whenever he calls,
To dance with Jak o' the Shadows."

Check out MyAnimeList and my Game Collection. Owner of the 5 millionth post.