Compulsion Games' Third-Person Action-Adventure 'South of Midnight' to Cross Over onto PS5 and Switch Next Spring
In a strategic move, Microsoft-backed developer Compulsion Games has announced that its third-person action-adventure game 'South of Midnight' will be making the jump from Xbox and PC to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch next spring. Following in the footsteps of other exclusive titles such as 'Pentiment', 'Hi-Fi Rush', and 'Sea of Thieves', this move cements Microsoft's ongoing strategy to expand its first-party offerings beyond Xbox hardware.
Released in April 2025, 'South of Midnight' initially garnered significant attention due to its unique blend of platforming and magic-infused combat set in a region inspired by South American folklore. The game, which launched as an exclusive on Xbox and PC via Game Pass, has since built a sizable audience thanks in part to its availability on PC.
The release of 'South of Midnight' on PlayStation 5 and Switch marks a significant milestone for Microsoft's efforts to reposition the Xbox brand around software rather than hardware. By making its exclusives available on competing platforms, the company aims to broaden its reach and appeal to a broader audience.
This shift in strategy is part of Microsoft's ongoing push to create a more inclusive gaming ecosystem, one that benefits both its own hardware users and those invested in other platforms. As the company continues to refine its approach, it's likely that we'll see even more exclusive titles cross over onto new consoles in the coming months.
In a strategic move, Microsoft-backed developer Compulsion Games has announced that its third-person action-adventure game 'South of Midnight' will be making the jump from Xbox and PC to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch next spring. Following in the footsteps of other exclusive titles such as 'Pentiment', 'Hi-Fi Rush', and 'Sea of Thieves', this move cements Microsoft's ongoing strategy to expand its first-party offerings beyond Xbox hardware.
Released in April 2025, 'South of Midnight' initially garnered significant attention due to its unique blend of platforming and magic-infused combat set in a region inspired by South American folklore. The game, which launched as an exclusive on Xbox and PC via Game Pass, has since built a sizable audience thanks in part to its availability on PC.
The release of 'South of Midnight' on PlayStation 5 and Switch marks a significant milestone for Microsoft's efforts to reposition the Xbox brand around software rather than hardware. By making its exclusives available on competing platforms, the company aims to broaden its reach and appeal to a broader audience.
This shift in strategy is part of Microsoft's ongoing push to create a more inclusive gaming ecosystem, one that benefits both its own hardware users and those invested in other platforms. As the company continues to refine its approach, it's likely that we'll see even more exclusive titles cross over onto new consoles in the coming months.
I mean, think about it - 'South of Midnight' was already a great game on PC and Xbox, but now it's getting to reach an even Wider audience on PS5 & Switch? That's some awesome cross-platforming, if you ask me. Microsoft is really showing off its commitment to making gaming accessible for everyone. And can we talk about how cool it is that 'South of Midnight' was one of those games that made it big despite not being an Xbox exclusive? I mean, the game still has a ton of fans on PC & now it's gonna get even more love on PS5 & Switch! It's all about spreading the gaming love, you know?
It's like, Microsoft is finally realizing that Xbox isn't the only place to be 
. People have been playing it on PC and loving it, so why not bring it to more platforms? And I love how they're focusing on software instead of hardware - it's all about building a community, you know? 
The gaming ecosystem is changing fast, and I'm excited to see what other exclusives will be making the jump! 
But seriously, this move makes total sense. I was saying it from day one - Microsoft needs to focus on software if they wanna keep up with Sony & Nintendo's hardware game 
...and now we get to see some awesome exclusives like 'Pentiment' & 'Sea of Thieves' make the jump! 
. Either way, can't wait to try out the PS5 and Switch versions – might even pick up a new controller 
!
It's awesome to see Microsoft expanding its gaming ecosystem like this – more exclusives on other platforms = more players! 
I've been playing 'South of Midnight' on PC through Game Pass and it's an absolute blast 
It's all about creating a whole ecosystem that works with other platforms.
. I mean, it's not like they're sacrificing exclusivity for nothing - the game's already got a solid player base on PC. But still, this shows that Microsoft is all about building their software first-party library and making sure their games reach as many people as possible 
. Either way, it's definitely an exciting time for gamers and devs alike 
. Still, if 'South of Midnight' looks as good as it does on Xbox, I'll give it a shot – and maybe even play it on my Switch too 