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'We will not...flood our ecosystem with soulless AI slop,' new Xbox chief promises Xbox fans

Xbox chief Phil Spencer is leaving Microsoft, and Asha Sharma is the new lead and promises a renewed committment ot Xbox and not so much AI.

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Former Xbox director Larry Hryb 'Major Nelson' has advice for the new Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma — and what he said is absolutely right

Asha Sharma has replaced Phil Spencer Microsoft Gaming's CEO, and former Xbox director Larry "Major Nelson" Hryb has shared some advice for her.

Windows Central

Meet Asha Sharma: Indian-origin executive named CEO of Microsoft Gaming

Microsoft has appointed Asha Sharma as the new CEO of its gaming division, succeeding Phil Spencer. Sharma, with a background in AI and platform leadership, aims to refocus on Xbox's core audience amidst industry challenges like slowing revenue and intense competition. This significant leadership shift signals a strategic reset for…

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If Xbox is 'recommitting' to its console, what does that mean for its recent 'everything is an Xbox' strategy?

Divining meaning from the words of Microsoft Gaming's new CEO.

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New Xbox boss promises no 'soulless AI slop' after moving over from Microsoft's CoreAI products division

"We will not chase short-term efficiency or flood our ecosystem with soulless AI slop," said Asha Sharma, the new CEO of Microsoft Gaming.

PC Gamer

Phil Spencer Retires from Xbox After 38 Years as Microsoft Taps AI Exec as Gaming CEO

Asha Sharma will take over as CEO, reiterating the importance of core gamers.

Dot Esports

Xbox boss Phil Spencer is retiring, and his replacement is an AI executive who joined Microsoft in 2024

Sarah Bond, who was widely expected to take the reins one day, has instead resigned from the company.

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Phil Spencer retires as Microsoft appoints Asha Sharma CEO of Microsoft Gaming; major Xbox leadership reshuffle announced

Xbox enters a new era as Phil Spencer retires and Asha Sharma takes over

Windows Central

Warcraft, Overwatch, and Diablo studio Blizzard Entertainment hits 35 years old — marks its first milestone under Microsoft Gaming

Blizzard Entertainment is celebrating its 35th anniversary.

Tom’s Hardware

Xbox leadership gets a shake-up in 2026 — current CFO Tim Stuart transitions to COO of ZeniMax Media

Microsoft Gaming CFO Tim Stuart is transitioning to ZeniMax Media COO in 2026, while Xavier Pokorzynski takes over his old role.

Windows Central

Xbox boss Phil Spencer says 'nurturing and protecting creative teams that want to go take risks' is the priority, admits 'we don't always succeed at that'

The Microsoft Gaming CEO spoke about his priorities at a media industry event, but contradictions haunt the company's grand strategy.

PC Gamer

Xbox CEO Phil Spencer reportedly couldn't stop playing ZeniMax's unannounced game — and now it's canceled

A report from Bloomberg indicates that Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer enjoyed playing ZeniMax Online Studios' new MMORPG months before it was canceled.

Windows Central

Microsoft Gaming studios head Matt Booty says "overall portfolio strategy is unchanged" — with more than 40 games in production

Microsoft Gaming's Matt Booty says over 40 games are in development at Xbox, while sources say every game shown at the Showcase is "safe" for now.

Windows Central

'Biggest' Microsoft Layoff Hits 9,000 Jobs: Xbox Division and Anticipated Games Affected

Microsoft has announced its largest round of layoffs in over two years, cutting 9,000 jobs across core divisions including Xbox

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Xbox's Phil Spencer Is Not Retiring Despite Rumors Claiming Otherwise

Xbox head Phil Spencer is not retiring, and he is not part of the thousand who have lost their jobs due to Microsoft's layoffs.

Windows Central

No, Microsoft and Xbox's Phil Spencer isn't stepping down any time soon — here's the truth

Amid news of Microsoft's latest layoffs, a report has claimed Microsoft Gaming and Xbox head Phil Spencer is planning to leave the company. This isn't true, however.

GamesRadar

Microsoft orders more Xbox layoffs, boss Phil Spencer tells staff "our platform, hardware, and game roadmap have never looked stronger" but the fourth big round of layoffs in 18 months is coming anyway

The exact number of staff affected isn't currently clear

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Microsoft lays off nearly 9,000 employees, including from gaming division and Candy Crush development team

Nearly 20,000 jobs have been lost throughout Microsoft Xbox's gaming division since 2024

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Microsoft continues Xbox layoffs, with jobs cut at King, Turn 10, ZeniMax Media, and more — read Phil Spencer's note to staff

Microsoft is laying off employees in its Xbox division, including cuts to the teams at King and ZeniMax Media.

Windows Central

"Celebrate 25 years of Xbox with ... a classic that's been with us since the beginning." Did Phil Spencer just tease a new Halo game for 2026?

During Microsoft's 2025 Xbox Games Showcase, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer may have teased a new Halo game coming in 2026 to celebrate Xbox's 25th anniversary.

Windows Central

Xbox Game Pass is "not for everybody," says Phil Spencer

Phil Spencer, Microsoft Gaming CEO, describes Xbox Game Pass as a valuable option that complements traditional gaming models.

Windows Central

Phil Spencer doubles down on Switch 2 support: "I’m really a big believer in what Nintendo means for this industry."

Could we see Sea of Thieves or Starfield on Nintendo Switch 2? Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer has been talking up support for the new console.

Windows Central

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer is trying hard to avoid leaking all his Xbox plans

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer alludes to unannounced Xbox games coming this year in a recent interview.

PC Gamer

Phil Spencer says not every game has to have 'a movie or a TV show' tie-in, but promises 'you're going to see more' adaptations of Microsoft games

"The videogame business is successful by itself. It doesn’t need this outlet," says the CEO of Microsoft Gaming.

Windows Central

Here's where you can buy Phil Spencer's Minecraft jacket

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer turned heads at the company’s 50th Anniversary Copilot Event by wearing a bold Adidas x Minecraft tracksuit jacket, here's where you can grab it and 'be more Phil!'

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