PlayStation co-CEO Hideaki Nishino isn’t concerned. In a machine translated interview with Nikkei (paywall), he explained: “I think that many mobile games have ads, and PCs are difficult to set up. With PlayStation, you can play the content you purchased as soon as you turn it on. The products are clearly displayed in the stores where you buy software, so it’s an intuitive experience.”
Of course, Sony itself is bringing its games to PC, but Nishino stresses that console remains its primary focus. “We are trying to increase the overall game market by expanding content to PCs. There is no doubt that home consoles will be the core of our business, but by offering titles for devices other than home consoles, we will reach a wider range of customers.”
Do you think the emerging popularity of PC threatens to impact PlayStation’s business, or will there always be an audience for the pick-up-and-play convenience consoles provide? Do you think Sony has the right approach when it comes to porting its portfolio to computers – and what would you do differently? Let us know in the comments section below.
[source nikkei.com]