Xbox has started removing PlayStation 5 logos from multiplatform game trailers, following through on leadership promises made earlier in the year.
Quick Facts
- Xbox previously faced fan backlash at Summer Game Fest after initially stating it would include PS5 logos during its showcase livestream.
- New CEO Asha Sharma later acknowledged the decision as a miss and indicated the company would adjust moving forward.
- A recent Minecraft Dungeons 2 trailer posted to the official Xbox YouTube channel references only Xbox Series X|S and PC.
- Alternative edits of the same trailer uploaded by IGN still include references to PS5, Steam, Switch, and Switch 2.
Recent Trailer Changes in Practice
The policy shift is becoming visible on official channels. A recent Minecraft Dungeons 2 trailer uploaded to the official Xbox YouTube channel lists only Xbox Series X|S and PC as intended platforms. In contrast, a previous trailer for the game uploaded around Summer Game Fest referenced PS5, Steam, Switch, and Switch 2.
Additionally, a new teaser trailer for Fable posted on social media includes no platform mentions at all, directing viewers instead to an upcoming Gamescom broadcast featuring Game Director Ralph Fulton.
What This Means for Players
Players tracking multiplatform releases may need to check alternate channels or developer pages to confirm platform availability. While trailers hosted directly by Xbox may now omit rival platform branding, third-party uploads and independent channels like IGN continue to list wider release platforms including the PS5.