"The PS5 appears to be the more suitable console at present, as indicated by Ori dev, who plans to bypass Xbox launch for 'No Rest for the Wicked' due to prevailing market conditions."
In a recent development, Moon Studios' highly anticipated top-down action RPG, No Rest for the Wicked, has announced a delay in its release on Xbox Series X and Series S. While the game is currently available for early access on PC via Steam, the console versions are expected to arrive on different timelines.
The PlayStation 5 will be the first console to welcome No Rest for the Wicked, with its release slated for an unspecified date. The Nintendo Switch 2 is also a potential platform for the game, given the minimal competition for exclusive games on the device. However, the Xbox launch has been postponed or put on hold for the time being.
Moon Studios CEO Thomas Mahler confirmed the delay in a series of social media posts and official communications. According to Mahler, the decision to prioritize other platforms over Xbox is due to concerns about market conditions and sales potential on Xbox. He has assured Xbox fans that the game will eventually be released on their platform, but the exact timeline remains uncertain.
Mahler plans to discuss the Xbox version with Microsoft to determine the best course of action. This delay does not mean the cancellation of No Rest for the Wicked on Xbox; rather, it signifies a strategic decision to focus on platforms with a larger audience and higher sales potential at this time.
No Rest for the Wicked takes inspiration from games like Diablo, offering a challenging and rewarding experience that rewards precision and patience. The game features gorgeous visuals and tight combat, making it a must-play for fans of the action RPG genre.
It's worth noting that Diablo 3 and 4 have enjoyed significant popularity on Xbox, suggesting that No Rest for the Wicked could also find success on Microsoft's platform when it is eventually released.
In the meantime, Xbox Cloud Gaming is looking to shed its beta tag in the coming months, offering players the opportunity to stream their own games, including Xbox Game Pass titles and Xbox Play Anywhere games. With the growth of Xbox on PC and Xbox Cloud Gaming, Xbox fans have plenty to look forward to, even if the release of No Rest for the Wicked is delayed.
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- Despite the delay in the release of No Rest for the Wicked on Xbox Series X and Series S, Microsoft's platform is still a potential destination for the game due to the popularity of Diablo 3 and 4 on Xbox.
- In an effort to ensure the success of No Rest for the Wicked, Moon Studios CEO Thomas Mahler plans to discuss the Xbox version with Microsoft to determine the best course of action.
- The delay in the release of No Rest for the Wicked on Xbox does not mean its cancellation, but rather a strategic decision to focus on platforms with a larger audience and higher sales potential at this time.
- In the near future, Xbox fans can enjoy a expanded gaming experience with the anticipated shedding of Xbox Cloud Gaming's beta tag, offering a wide selection of games to stream, including Xbox Game Pass titles and Xbox Play Anywhere games.
