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The PlayStation approach to PC gaming may be shifting once again. A new insider claim suggests that Sony could scale back its big first-party PC releases. The rumour arrives at a time when Valve’s newly announced Steam Machine is already fueling debates about the future of console competition.
Rumours Surrounding PlayStation Point to Fewer PC Ports
Gaming podcaster Jez Corden shared that a “very good source” told him PlayStation may not release its future “tent-pole single-player games” on PC. Instead, Sony could keep its biggest titles locked to its own consoles.
The comment appeared during discussions about the performance of PlayStation games on Steam. Many of these ports fail to create the same virality as other titles on the platform. As a result, they often struggle to “move the needle”. Because of this, Sony may now see PC gaming as a less rewarding market.
Players have reacted differently. Some expected this move, given PlayStation’s history with exclusivity. Others doubt Sony would step back so quickly when PC sales still offer extra revenue.
Exclusives matter. I’m happy to see that PlayStation once again understands that. Otherwise, I see them going the Xbox route. Now more than ever that Steam is getting serious. https://t.co/DGl9iOjChO pic.twitter.com/GqaQ8P6AHo
— Kābī (@KirPinkFury) November 16, 2025
Steam Machine Sparks Fresh Console-War Talk
Valve’s announcement of the Steam Machine has reignited long-running conversations about multiplatform releases. Fans and analysts are debating whether the new system will even compete with major consoles like the PS5 and Xbox Series X.
Even so, the timing of this rumour has many connecting the two developments. There is no proof that Sony is reacting to Valve’s new console. However, speculation continues to grow. Many say that companies like Sony could easily decide to keep their most valuable IPs tied to their own hardware just as Nintendo has done for years.
PlayStation realizing how many games they’ve ported to Steam https://t.co/iFxs1QbKWx pic.twitter.com/e0VolsHeIN
— TheNCSmaster (@TheNCSmaster) November 12, 2025
No Confirmation from Sony Yet
For now, nothing is official. PlayStation has not commented on any change to its PC release strategy. Moreover, no one knows whether the Steam Machine will truly shake up the market or become just another experiment in gaming hardware.
Still, its launch is expected to have some level of impact on the industry. Fans will continue to watch closely for updates from Sony and Valve as the situation unfolds.
Interested gamers may have to wait a bit longer to see how PlayStation plans to handle its future exclusives and whether the PC market will remain part of that plan.
