Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Reiterates Commitment to Consoles
In a recent townhall meeting, Xbox head Phil Spencer sought to dispel rumors that Xbox’s first-party games would be branching out to other platforms. He assured employees that the company remains dedicated to the Xbox console.
Embracing Multiple Platforms
While discussions are underway regarding expanding the availability of first-party games to “multiple kinds of devices,” Spencer emphasized that this does not imply a shift away from consoles. Xbox’s commitment to consoles will remain a significant part of its strategy moving forward. Further details on this matter are expected to be revealed publicly next week.
Newscast Reveals Interesting Insights
According to journalist Shannon Liao, who reported on the internal townhall meeting, Spencer firmly stated that Xbox has no intentions of discontinuing consoles. His statement also highlighted the company’s intentions to incorporate various platforms into its offering. Xbox has yet to respond to Liao’s request for further comments on the matter.
Additionally, Liao shared a video, titled “Newscast: Why are there so many games industry layoffs?” offering insights into the recent developments in the gaming industry.
Unveiling the Future of Xbox
Recent reports indicate that Microsoft will be sharing its “vision for the future of Xbox” in an upcoming business event. This development follows a potentially significant shift in the company’s approach to first-party games.
Microsoft’s Response to Layoff Claims
Microsoft issued a response to claims by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding the company’s planned layoffs. Amid their ongoing opposition to the deal, the FTC stated that Microsoft’s decision to lay off 1900 employees across Xbox and Activision Blizzard contradicts what was said during the Activision antitrust trial.
A Microsoft spokesperson countered the claim, pointing out that the deal itself, including the cloud streaming rights to Activision Blizzard games, has evolved since the FTC lost the court battle in July. Furthermore, Microsoft and Sony have entered into a binding agreement that ensures Call of Duty remains available on PlayStation under improved terms.
