The Latest Breaking News from Asha Sharma

Microsoft goes back to Xbox and ditches Microsoft Gaming as new leaders admit "players are frustrated" with the console and pricing: "We have to be honest about where we are"

Here comes the re-rebrand

GamesRadar · Apr 23

"Xbox will be where the world plays": Microsoft confirms Xbox is once again looking into acquisitions, huge manifesto for the future detailed

In a new memo penned by Xbox CEO Asha Sharma and its CCO Matt Booty, Microsoft details its vision and plans for the future of the Xbox brand

Windows Central · Apr 23

‘We are Xbox’: New leadership further pledges to bring brand back to its previous glory

They're saying and doing a lot of the right things so far.

Destructoid · Apr 23

Older Call of Duty games are coming to Game Pass in 2026

The series isn't day-one on Game Pass anymore, but there's hope for the back catalog.

PC Gamer · Apr 22

“Teaming up again” — Xbox CEO signals deeper Discord integration built around Game Pass flexibility and cross‑platform play

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has hinted at a renewed partnership with Discord, potentially tied to increased flexibility in Game Pass. While details remain unclear, the move follows recent pricing changes and ongoing speculation around new subscription tiers and features.

Windows Central · Apr 22

Xbox is reportedly taking a ‘pick your own plan’ approach to Game Pass

Great things are happening, maybe.

Destructoid · Apr 22

Hideo Kojima sparks Xbox Project Helix speculation as he meets execs to pose with a mysterious box – but the reality probably isn't that exciting

It's a bit too small

GamesRadar · Apr 22

Call of Duty games coming to Xbox Game Pass on day one lasted all of two releases as Microsoft announces big changes and a welcome price cut

Xbox is decreasing the cost of Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, though it comes at the cost of day one Call of Duty games.

TechRadar · Apr 22

Did Asha Sharma kill another ill-fated Xbox project? The "Xbox Mobile Store" seems to be dead. [UPDATE: Xbox responds]

Previously announced for launch in July 2024, the ill-fated Xbox Mobile Store seems to be dead, with all test URLs relating to it now hitting a 404 error.

Windows Central · Apr 22

Xbox is giving Game Pass Ultimate a rare price cut — but there's a Call of Duty catch

Xbox is lowering the price of Game Pass Ultimate to $22.99, but the trade-off is that future Call of Duty games will no longer be Day One.

Tom’s Guide · Apr 21