One of Microsoft’s big contributions to the video games space back in the day was its achievement system, giving fans new reasons to replay and complete their favourite games. With the advent of the PlayStation Network however, Sony appeared to improve on the formula with its Trophies system – awarding a Platinum Trophy to those who achieve 100% completion. Finally following in its footsteps, CEO Asha Sharma has confirmed a similar system will be coming to Xbox “later this year.”
Part of the strategy engaged by Xbox’s new CEO Asha Sharma has been to try and bring back a sense of magic to the waning brand. From the refreshed logo, to putting a poll on Twitter asking fans whether the company should be called Xbox or XBOX, Sharma has been quick to make surface-level changes across the board.
In another similar move, the CEO recently confirmed that Xbox will be getting its own Platinum Trophy or sorts. Responding to one Twitter user who asked “When you gonna solve the Platinum trophy equivalent with Achievements?” Sharma claimed that the Xbox “Team is working on something for later this year!”
As of now, no further details have been shared, and so it is unknown just how much of an overhaul can be expected. Will they keep their 1000 Gamerscore system, simply awarding those who obtain all achievements a bonus icon? Will the system be entirely revamped with Bronze, Silver, Gold and Diamond medals? Will this new system work retroactively with older titles? We will have to wait and see.
Kitguru says: What do you think of the current Xbox Achievements system? Does it need improving? Between PlayStation, Xbox and Steam, which reward method do you prefer? Let us know down below.