Vratislav Holub The combination of Apple and gaming doesn't quite go together. Of course, for example, you can play mobile games normally on iPhones and iPads, as well as undemanding titles on Macs, but you can forget about the so-called AAA pieces. In short, Macs are not for gaming and we have to accept that. So wouldn't it be worth it if Apple got bogged down in the world of gaming and introduced its own console? He definitely has the resources to do so.
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What Apple needs for its own console
If Apple decided to develop its own console, it is clear that it would not be so difficult for it. Especially nowadays, when it has solid hardware under its thumb in the form of Apple Silicon chips, thanks to which it would be able to ensure perfect performance. Of course, the question remains whether it would be a classic console in the style of the Playstation 5 or Xbox Series X, or, on the contrary, a portable handheld, such as the Nintendo Switch and Valve Steam Deck. But that's not so much the point in the finale. At the same time, Apple works closely with various suppliers who can supply it with practically any components that would be needed for the given device.
Traditional game console
Hardware also goes hand in hand with software, without which the console simply cannot do. Of course, it must have a quality system. The Cupertino giant is not far behind in this either, as it could take one of its already finished systems and just modify it into a suitable form. Practically, he wouldn't have to solve anything from the top, or vice versa. The giant already has the foundation and it would only be enough if he modified the given resources into the desired form. Then there is the question of the game controller. It is not officially produced by Apple, but it would probably be the least that it would have to deal with when developing its own game console. Alternatively, it could bet on the tactic it's now pushing with its iPhones, iPads, iPod touches and Macs - enabling compatibility with Xbox, Playstation and MFi (Made for iPhone) gamepads.
It won't work without games
According to the information described above, it seems that entering the game console market would be virtually no challenge for Apple. Unfortunately, the opposite is true. We intentionally left out the most important thing, which no manufacturer can do without in this segment – the games themselves. While others invest a lot of money in AAA titles themselves, Apple doesn't do anything like that, which is actually understandable. Since he is not focused on gaming and does not have a console, it would be pointless for him to engage in expensive video game development. The only exception is the Apple Arcade service, which offers several exclusive titles. But let's pour some pure wine - no one would fight over the console because of these pieces.
But it is the games that make consoles interesting, and while Microsoft and Sony strongly defend their exclusivity, the giant from Cupertino would be noticeably lacking in this regard. However, this does not mean that Apple cannot try to enter this market because of this. In theory, it would be enough if the giant agreed with the leading development studios and thus transferred their titles to their own console. Of course, this is not so simple, but there is no doubt that a giant like Apple, which also has extensive resources, would not be able to do something similar.
Is Apple planning its own console?
Finally, let's talk about whether Apple even plans to release its own console. Of course, the Cupertino giant does not publish information about upcoming products, which is why it is not at all clear if we will ever see a similar product. Anyway, in the spring of last year, there were speculations on the Internet that Apple was preparing a competitor for the Nintendo Switch, but since then it has been practically silent.
But if we did wait, it wouldn't be a complete premiere. As early as 1991, Apple sold its own game console called Pippin. Unfortunately, compared to the competition, it offered lagging performance, a much poorer game library, and was noticeably overpriced. Bottom line, it was a complete flop. If the apple company could learn from these mistakes and understand the needs of gamers, there is no doubt that they could deliver a great performing console. Would you welcome such a product, or would you prefer a classic from Microsoft, Sony or Nintendo?
I think a console would be super interesting. Personally, I think that Apple would definitely have to offer some exclusive titles and "something extra" that is not on today's consoles, plus the obvious as a perfect design, as we are used to until now.