[LEAK] PS Plus Is Dropping on PC, Mobile, Other Streaming Devices

Joseph Henry, Tech Times 22 December 2023, 03:12 pm

The latest Insomniac leaks put Sony in a position where it is cornered by critics who are craving for a worthwhile game after Spider-Man 2. This time, the gaming giant was again the center of the reports after a leak about its gaming service made rounds online.

According to a recent leak, the PS Plus is about to arrive on mobile, PC, and other streaming devices. If that is true, this could be Sony's answer to Microsoft's Game Pass. The latter's competitiveness is further amplified by the ambitious acquisition of Activision Blizzard

Leaked Sony PS Plus Approach

[LEAK] PS Plus is Dropping to PC, Mobile, Other Streaming Devices

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Sony is about to turn things around with its PlayStation Plus service, according to the leaks. Based on the reports, the gaming service is allegedly coming to mobile, PC, and other streaming devices.

Unlike Game Pass, Sony is steadfast in its approach, resisting the temptation to release first-party titles on PS Plus on Day 1, according to Wccftech.

Sony's revealed blueprint, referred to as "Services 3.0," aims to elevate PS Plus into the "most exciting and desirable entertainment membership service globally." This strategic change is reasonable since the Japanese gaming giant aims to reach more platforms soon, moving beyond the confines of PS4 and PS5.

Diversification of Platforms

To achieve a broader market presence, Sony contemplates extending PS Plus compatibility to platforms beyond consoles. This includes integration with PCs, mobile devices, and an array of streaming platforms such as smart TVs, streaming sticks, and Internet browsers.

Right now, the PS Plus subscription is exclusive to Sony's consoles. However, if this leak is real, then more gamers will gain access to this service.

Enhancing Content Offerings

While avoiding the Game Pass model of Day 1 releases, Sony plans to enrich PS Plus content offerings. The focus is on attracting more players to live service games like Fortnite, in addition to catering to a younger audience and families.

Bonus Subscriptions and Value Enhancement

Documents from the leak unveil Sony's intention to augment the overall value of PS Plus subscriptions. This involves incorporating bonus subscriptions to popular services like Disney+, Spotify, and Crunchyroll. Furthermore, there's a consideration for bundling gaming-specific subscriptions to titles like GTA+ or Genshin Impact, enhancing the diversity of content.

Sony is Exploring Stronger Collaborations

In a bid to extend its reach, Sony explores potential partnerships with Amazon, envisioning PS Plus on Fire TV sticks and their Bravia line of smart TVs. These collaborations could amplify the accessibility of PlayStation Plus to a broader audience.

While Sony's Services 3.0 approach presents an intriguing plan, questions linger about its efficacy against the allure of Game Pass, boasting Day 1 game releases, potentially including flagship titles like Call of Duty.

The company faces the challenge of retaining PS Plus subscribers amidst the competitive landscape shaped by Microsoft's utilization of the vast Activision Blizzard portfolio.

As reported by Twisted Voxel, Sony's Senior Vice President, Head of Worldwide Marketing, Sales, Business Operations & Consumer Experience Eric Lempel said that the ratio for the first two tiers was higher compared to the PS Plus.

Since Sony's objective is to attract more subscribers to pay for PlayStation Plus, it's becoming clearer now that they want to make it greater for more players who can only afford the lowest tier.