First-party platform for game porting
What first-party platform means for game porting. A practical guide for game studios, publishers, and technical teams.
Definition
First-party platform covers system features that a console title must support correctly. It covers the work needed to move an existing game to another platform without breaking the intended player experience.
Why it matters
Teams need a shared meaning for first-party platform before they estimate work, define acceptance criteria, or prepare a release. A clear definition keeps scope discussions concrete and gives QA something specific to verify.
