Recent reports are buzzing about how PlayStation seems to be facing almost no competition in several European nations. Xbox consoles are apparently becoming a rare sight on store shelves in these regions. This news aligns with earlier insights suggesting Microsoft is pulling back on its hardware sales across the Middle East, with the company now emphasizing that practically any device can function as an Xbox.
The latest buzz, coming out of Poland and shared by the site Chip.pl, indicates that Xbox Series X units are becoming tougher to track down. Some folks reaching out to Microsoft Support have reported receiving responses that hint at a shift in the company’s strategy, focusing more on services like cloud gaming and Game Pass instead.
If you dive into the Xbox subreddit, you’ll find discussions echoing this shortage issue among users in Poland. It’s not just isolated there, as gamers on forums like ResetEra and Reddit have brought up similar situations in countries such as Finland and the Netherlands, where finding an Xbox console isn’t exactly a walk in the park.
Microsoft’s messages have left the gaming community a bit puzzled. On the one hand, they’re gearing up with more hardware, including plans for a new handheld device. But at the same time, their advertisements are painting a picture that suggests you don’t need to own an Xbox console—just a Game Pass subscription will do. This dual approach seems to be steering some people away from buying a dedicated Xbox console altogether.
