How Sony's Project Spartacus Could Compete Or Even Surpass Xbox Game Pass

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While Xbox Game Pass has existed for quite some time now, it is no secret that the service has since exploded in popularity in the last few years. Given the continuous rise of Xbox Game Pass, it is inevitable that Sony would take notice, and many were left wondering whether the company plans to create their own Game Pass for the PS5.

Unfortunately, Sony is yet to officially announce a service that would rival Game Pass' popularity. Currently, rumors are making rounds online concerning the development of Sony's answer to Xbox Game Pass, dubbed Project Spartacus. Given that Sony has neither confirmed nor denied Project Spartacus, details about its features remain a mystery. However, if the rumored Project Spartacus turns out to be real, what features must it have to rival or even surpass the success of Xbox Game Pass?

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One of the features that propelled Xbox Game Pass into popularity is the inclusion of games that Game Pass subscribers can have immediate access to on the day of release. Of course, given what Microsoft has acquired under its umbrella, Sony may have difficulty competing with the vast selection available on Xbox Game Pass.

However, it is worth noting that Sony also has several exclusive franchises that could potentially make Project Spartacus popular if added to the service on day one. Unfortunately, the inclusion of PlayStation exclusives on day one may be unlikely. This is because of Sony's approach to marketing its first-party titles, which is evident in how the company handled the release of games on the PS5. Still, given Xbox Game Pass' ongoing success, there is a chance that Sony will be forced to change its approach and