Microsoft's bold move to bring Xbox games to the PlayStation 5 (PS5) console is paying off, with two of its highly anticipated titles, Indiana Jones and Forza Horizon 5, currently topping the preorder charts on Sony's PlayStation Store.

This unexpected turn of events suggests that PS5 owners are eager to play Xbox games on their console, a development that could have significant implications for the gaming industry. The premium versions of both games, priced at $99.99, are proving to be the most popular among gamers, with early access to Indiana Jones and the Great Circle set to begin on April 15th, ahead of its official release on April 17th.

It's not just the US market where Microsoft is dominating the preorder charts. Resetera posters have noticed that the same trend is evident in the Canadian PlayStation Store and across various European stores, including those in France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the UK. This widespread interest in Xbox games on PS5 is a testament to Microsoft's "Xbox everywhere" strategy, which aims to make its games accessible across multiple platforms.

This is not the first time Microsoft has seen success with its Xbox titles on PS5. Sea of Thieves, which debuted on PS5 in April last year, became the top seller across the US, Canada, and EU markets just a month later. It remained in Sony's top downloads list for nearly six months, demonstrating the appetite for Xbox games on the rival console.

Microsoft's strategy is likely to continue paying dividends, with more Xbox titles expected to land on PS5 throughout 2025 and beyond. The company is also preparing a similar lineup of games for Nintendo's Switch 2, which is rumored to launch in June with third-party titles to follow later this year.

The success of Xbox games on PS5 raises interesting questions about the future of console gaming. Will we see a shift towards more platform-agnostic gaming experiences, where console exclusives become a thing of the past? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – Microsoft's bold move has sent a clear message to the gaming industry: the walls between console ecosystems are crumbling, and gamers are the ultimate beneficiaries.

As the gaming landscape continues to evolve, one thing is clear: Microsoft's "Xbox everywhere" strategy is a game-changer, and its impact will be felt for years to come.