PS5 Cross-Buy Graphic Emerges, Raising Hopes for Dual PS5 and PC Purchases

Excitement is building among gamers with the discovery of a “Cross-Buy” graphic on the PlayStation Store, hinting that Sony might introduce cross-platform purchasing for games across its consoles and PC.

A “crossbuy-tag” on the PlayStation Store and a PS5 store graphic displaying “Cross-Buy” were highlighted by social media user Amethxst and further examined by Dealabs.

Confirmations from Dealabs have verified the authenticity of both the PlayStation Store code and images, suggesting Sony is indeed considering a Cross-Buy option.

Sony’s Potential Cross-Buy Feature

The specifics of how this Cross-Buy feature will operate are yet to be clarified. Questions linger: Will it be exclusive to first-party games currently available on PC? Will it be extended to future PC releases at no cost? And what does this mean for third-party games?

As of now, there’s no official confirmation that this Cross-Buy initiative pertains to PC. Amidst talk of a potential new PlayStation handheld device, it’s possible the feature could be designed for games compatible with both the PS5 and a prospective PS5 portable device.

These images, added by Sony in June 2025, are fresh, indicating this development is unrelated to Sony’s previous cross-buy efforts during the PlayStation Vita era.

Comparison with Xbox’s Cross-Buy Approach

Xbox already offers a Cross-Buy feature, allowing gamers to play titles on PC, console, or other devices without additional charges. In contrast, Sony has maintained a more cautious approach regarding its first-party games. While titles like Horizon Zero Dawn transitioned to PC in 2020, three years post its PS4 release, Sony has generally delayed PC launches of its major titles until a year after their console releases.

Microsoft’s Phil Spencer has openly criticized this staggered release pattern, arguing that it forces consumers to wait and repurchase content. Despite this, Sony has defended its strategy, with the former PlayStation boss Jim Ryan affirming in 2023 that a staggered release schedule for first-party games on PC will continue.