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SanAndreasX on 18 January 2024
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Mnementh said:
Chrkeller said:

Demographics.  I own a switch and wouldn't touch a third party title for it.  For first party titles I don't have a choice but to purchase on weak hardware.  But for third party I do have a choice.  On PC I get 1440p 60 fps....  I'm not going switch for 720p at 30 fps.  

More people doesn't equate to more sales.  That is a fallacy.  Demographics and strategy.

Let me ask a few questions.  Do you think switch is exceptionally lucrative for third parties and money is being left on the table?  If so, why would third party do as such?  Do you really think billion dollar publishers don't do their research and have business strategies?  

For many games weak hardware doesn't matter. Most games really, except a few AAA-titles. There is no reason for me to buy A Short Hike or Graveyard Keeper on my Xbox Series X over my Switch, they look and perform exactly the same. Same with remasters like Doom 64 or Live a Live. But I do have an advantage on Switch that I don't have on my Xbox Series - I can take that game with me when I am traveling or commuting. So for these games I actually prefer to buy them on Switch. And I think I am not alone. Third party does not consist exclusively of AAA games. Even Borderlands is fine on Switch - and I can take it with me.

Same here. Most of the third parties I do get honestly wouldn't look much, if any, better on a PS5 or a PC, and certainly not enough to matter.