When Google releases a game on another platform, 5 exclusive games enter the Xbox ecosystem. And then don't forget that it's Disney behind Indiana Jones (which is what the article fails to mention), so it's not really Xbox that decides in this specific case.
In any case, it's great that Xbox clearly announces in advance the few games that will be released on other platforms, it avoids rumors and unnecessary assumptions.
And it's great for playstation players, even if Xbox players can still play it day one for "free" (gamepass) and 6 months before. For Xbox nd microsoft, it's also a big win, xbox players have still a great advantage and playstation players can help to finance gamepass and future xbox exclusives.
I appreciate the optimistic view and defense of Microsoft's strategy. I too hope they find success in it, but the simple fact that so many Xbox players reaction is, "Why should I buy an Xbox if Sony has exclusives plus gets all the Xbox games too? So what if it's a few months behind?" puts MS behind on its back foot.
The only time a significant number of people consider changing consoles is when they upgrade. They don't throw out the PS4 and buy an Xbox One, but they might hold onto the PS4 and buy an Xbox Series X instead of buying a PS5. Or, conversely, hold onto their Xbox One and buy a PS5.
Releasing expected Xbox bragging-right exclusives on PlayStation alienates the loyal Xbox fans and users by causing them to second guess their purchase decision -- the worst thing you can do to a customer. It's one of the reasons there are so many ads on TV for products like cars that aren't purchased very often. They're not just to sell new products, but also to reassure existing customers that they made a good choice so they're likely to stick with that brand at their next purchase, even if it's years away.
What MS is doing is likely to lead to customers choosing NOT to buy Xbox at the next generation and to instead buy the PS6. This is not based on my opinion but the reactions we're all hearing from so many of the previously Xbox faithful. Therefore, MS' strategy appears to be pushing customers to PS. Not now, but at their next generational upgrade when they have a choice to make.