Phantom Blade Zero Devs Respond to \"Nobody Needs Xbox\" Misquote

S-Game Clarifies Remarks on Xbox Following ChinaJoy 2024 Controversy

A recent controversy surrounding comments allegedly made by a Phantom Blade Zero developer at ChinaJoy 2024 has prompted a response from S-Game, the studio behind the highly anticipated title and Black Myth: Wukong. Multiple news outlets reported on statements attributed to an anonymous source, with some translations suggesting a lack of interest in the Xbox platform.

S-Game's official statement on Twitter(X) refutes the notion that these comments reflect the company's position. The statement emphasizes S-Game's commitment to broad accessibility, stating that no platforms have been excluded for Phantom Blade Zero. The studio is focused on ensuring a wide player base at launch and beyond.

The initial reports stemmed from a Chinese news outlet, with fan translations suggesting low Xbox interest in Asia. This was further amplified by misinterpretations, with some outlets incorrectly suggesting a dismissal of the entire platform. While Xbox's market share in Asia lags behind PlayStation and Nintendo, particularly in countries like Japan, the situation is complex and involves factors like platform availability and retail support. For example, limited retail presence in Southeast Asia in 2021 impacted Xbox accessibility.

Speculation of an exclusive deal with Sony, fueled by previous mentions of Sony's support, has also been addressed by S-Game. While acknowledging past support, the studio denies any exclusive partnership. Their Summer 2024 developer update confirmed PC and PlayStation 5 releases, leaving the Xbox possibility open.

While S-Game hasn't definitively confirmed an Xbox release, their recent statement leaves the door ajar, suggesting that an Xbox version of Phantom Blade Zero remains a possibility.