What Big Walk's Xbox Snub Means for Players
This decision highlights the growing intersection of politics and gaming, and means Xbox players will miss out on one of the year's highest-rated co-op experiences unless the boycott is lifted.
This decision highlights the growing intersection of politics and gaming, and means Xbox players will miss out on one of the year's highest-rated co-op experiences unless the boycott is lifted.
Key points - House House has decided not to release Big Walk on Xbox due to support for the BDS movement's boycott of Microsoft. - Big Walk launched earlier this year on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2, earning a 91 Metacritic rating. - BDS lists Xbox as a priority boycott target, calling on gamers, streamers, and developers to boycott Microsoft's gaming efforts. - House House says it won't release Big Walk on Xbox until Microsoft and/or Xbox are removed as BDS boycott targets. - The studio acknowledges the disappointment and says it is disappointed too, as the decision goes against its intention for friends to play together.
Timeline - Earlier this year: Big Walk releases on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2 to critical acclaim. - June 2026: House House announces that Big Walk's release will be limited to computers, Switch 2, and PS5. - Recently: House House publishes a statement explaining the Xbox boycott decision and its support for BDS.
FAQ
Q: Why isn't Big Walk on Xbox? A: House House is boycotting Xbox in support of the BDS movement, which lists Microsoft as a priority boycott target. The studio won't release the game until Microsoft is removed from that list.
Q: Will Big Walk ever come to Xbox? A: Only if Microsoft and/or Xbox are removed as BDS boycott targets. House House has stated it will not release the game on Xbox until that happens.
Q: What platforms is Big Walk available on? A: Big Walk is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2. It is not available on Xbox Series X or S.
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