Pachter: Epic Games regrets Gears of War Xbox 360 exclusivity
Michael Pachter believes that Epic Games “regrets” singing Gears of War as an exclusive title for the Xbox 360. He expressed this and more in the latest Game Trailers Bonus round where they talk about exclusivity deals are a thing of the past.
Michael Pachter believes that Epic Games “regrets” singing Gears of War as an exclusive title for the Xbox 360. He expressed this and more in the latest Game Trailers Bonus round where they talk about exclusivity deals are a thing of the past.
The panel, moderated by Geoff Keighley, also included Michael McWhertor of Kotaku. Asked whether or not they agree with publishers still publishing single platformt titles, Pachter responded:
“Absolutely not, and I think the Epic guys can’t wait until when they start doing multiplatform games.” So given this, does he think Gears of War will ever go multiplatform?
“I don’t. I think that Microsoft has a contract to make sure that they get that sequel. But I think Epic regrets signing that contract. You’re up to 11 million PS3 in the US and probably similar number in Europe, you got a 20 million addressable market with a game like Gears of War, I mean that thing would easily sell 3 or 4 million on the PS3; that’s a lot of profit.
Am sure Epic Gears is comforted by your words, Mr. Pachter.
Via [GamesThirst]
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