2017 And Beyond: Who Will Rule The Roost?
Despite Xbox One’s unprecedented four-in-a-row winning streak late last year, it’s hard to see the PS4 being beaten in the first quarter of 2017. Thanks to the buzz around its upcoming exclusive games, there’s a tangible momentum behind the PS4 that makes it feel very much the system of choice. Given that the Xbox One doesn’t have too much up its sleeve, for the time being, you probably wouldn’t bet against the PS4 dominating 2017’s first half.
However, Microsoft still has a hand to play later in the year with its Project Scorpio, a console that will eclipse Sony’s PS4 Pro as the most powerful ever made. The console’s significant jump in power gives Microsoft a huge opportunity to decide the future of the remaining eight generation battle.
PS4 Pro has certainly added a string to Sony’s bow, with the Japanese company reporting recently that it was, indeed, selling very well. Yet, the console certainly has its share of naysayers, not content with what they perceive to be a half-hearted upgrade. Project Scorpio’s extra grunt gives Mircosoft a big opportunity turn the tide on its rival, and if it launches in late 2017, it could see the Xbox One trump PS4 during the holiday season.
As always, though, the software will ultimately decide Project Scorpio’s success, and Microsoft must ensure that it has an impressive list of titles ready to take advantage of its new console’s performance. After Sony’s superb E3 2016 conference, which showcased exciting games such as God of War and Days Gone, Microsoft must remind players that quality exclusive titles are on the way for its console too. Otherwise, Scorpio or no Scorpio, we expect Sony to remain King of the hill in 2017.
