In an exciting development, the world of PC gaming might be on the cusp of a significant transformation. Evidence has emerged, suggesting that PlayStation Trophies, a beloved feature on Sony’s consoles, could soon become a part of the PC gaming experience. This potential addition marks another significant milestone in the evolution of Sony’s PlayStation PC label.
Sony’s Foray Into PC Gaming
Sony’s foray into PC gaming commenced in the summer of 2020 when Guerrilla Games’ “Horizon Zero Dawn” made its way to Steam. A year later, Sony bolstered its PC porting efforts by acquiring Nixxes, a move aimed at aligning PC ports more closely with their console counterparts. Alongside these developments, Sony introduced the PlayStation PC label to categorize its PC releases.
The most recent piece of the puzzle involves the introduction of PlayStation Trophies to PC gaming. This revelation emerged from TrueTrophies, a third-party tracker, which uncovered data alluding to a new platform called “PSPC.” Since Sony’s PC ports already offer achievements through platforms like Steam and the Epic Games Store, the appearance of this new functionality suggests the potential for cross-platform support for these achievements via the PlayStation Network. Another intriguing possibility is that the “PSPC” moniker hints at a dedicated store for PlayStation PC games, a prospect that could materialize in the future.
Origins of the PSPC Platform
The newly discovered platform reference isn’t tied to any specific title, leaving the exact PC ports that might enjoy PlayStation Trophy support shrouded in mystery. However, it is believed to have originated directly from Sony, especially since game developers lack the authority to submit their own platform labels to the PlayStation Network. Furthermore, the “PSPC” moniker was uncovered alongside a reference to the PS5, both being listed as part of a single “scanner platform.” This has led to speculation that these two sets of achievements could be mutually compatible.
This potential integration isn’t entirely without precedent. In August 2022, dataminers unearthed evidence of PSN integration in the Steam version of “Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered.” Furthermore, offering cross-platform achievements that overlap with Steam or the Epic Games Store isn’t a groundbreaking move. Industry giants like Ubisoft and EA have offered similar functionalities for years, enabling players to unlock achievements across multiple gaming platforms.
The Road Ahead
If PlayStation Trophies do indeed make their way to PC gaming, it’s likely that this feature will be applied retroactively to some, if not all, of Sony’s existing PC ports. As it stands, there’s no shortage of former PlayStation exclusives now available on PC, with more slated for future launches. “Helldivers 2” is the next title in line, set to debut on Steam on February 8 alongside its PS5 version. Beyond that, “Horizon Forbidden West” has been confirmed for a Steam release sometime in 2024, further expanding the bridge between Sony’s console and PC gaming worlds.
