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Microsoft tried buying Zynga prior to Activision Blizzard deal

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer says the company tried buying Zynga prior to the Activision Blizzard deal, but that ultimately it didn't work out.

Windows Central

The Elder Scrolls 6 is "so far out" even Phil Spencer doesn't know what console it'll be on

It could end up being over 17 years between Skyrim and TES6

GamesRadar

Xbox explains to FTC judge why Halo isn't on PlayStation

Phil Spencer says Halo isn't on PlayStation because exclusives are part of the business, and Halo is a much smaller title than something like Call of Duty.

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FTC vs. Xbox: Sony 'uses revenue' from Microsoft's games to block games from coming to Xbox

During the FTC V Microsoft hearing, Phil Spencer said that PlayStation uses the money they make from Xbox games to block games from coming to Xbox.

Windows Central

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer: Microsoft heard Starfield might skip Xbox before buying Bethesda

In the FTC vs. Microsoft hearing, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer indicates that prior to Microsoft buying Bethesda, it heard that Starfield might skip Xbox.

Windows Central

Email reveals PlayStation boss wasn't actually worried about Call of Duty becoming Xbox exclusive: 'We'll be OK, more than OK'

Shortly after the proposed acquisition was announced, Jim Ryan said he expects to see Call of Duty games on PlayStation consoles "for many years to come."

PC Gamer

Sony's PlayStation CEO said that it would be 'more than OK' if Xbox purchased ABK, Microsoft responds

According to an email from Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Jim Ryan, he believed PlayStation would be "more than OK" if Microsoft purchased Activision Blizzard.

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Phil Spencer, Xbox chief, on AI: ‘I’m protective of the creative process’

Spencer played down concerns about AI being used to streamline the video game production process and said it had a role in moderation

The Guardian - UK

In Los Angeles, I saw a new Xbox emerge

Microsoft's Xbox has been on the back foot for years, but the tide could be changing. At the Xbox Games Showcase 2023 events in Los Angeles in the shadow of E3, Microsoft re-emerged confident, ready, and excited about the future.

Windows Central

Want Xbox VR? Here's what Xbox's Matt Booty had to say about it.

Matt Booty, who leads 23 game studios at Microsoft, discussed virtual and augmented reality in a recent interview. Here's what would have to happen for Microsoft to expand into that space.

Windows Central

Kirstie Allsopp enjoys lunch at Riley's Fish Shack while filming for Channel 4 show

The face of the programme took to her Instagram Stories alongside co-host Phil Spencer on Monday afternoon, soaking up the sunshine in Whitley Bay and Tynemouth

Chronicle Live

Halo was MIA at the Xbox Games Showcase. Phil Spencer reveals why.

Halo was absent from the Xbox Games Showcase, leaving many wondering why. Phil Spencer has answers.

Windows Central

Phil Spencer on the future of Xbox: ‘Most people just want to find a great game’

The company’s 2023 Showcase drove home the changes facing the industry, and its need to adapt after a difficult year. Its CEO is positive the way forward is together

The Guardian - UK

With an upgraded Xbox unlikely, will PS5 Pro clean up?

Don't expect an upgraded Xbox anytime soon with Phil Spencer himself claiming that it's not on the cards.

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Why Bethesda's Starfield is being called 'unplayable' before it's been released

Xbox's CEO has said the game will have less bugs than other Bethesda games

GamesRadar

PlayStation and Xbox fans agree on one thing - it's time to buy a machine that can play Starfield

"Phil Spencer was wrong"

Windows Central

Starfield does have a major problem, and it's not the Xbox frame rate (Update)

Starfield has finally been fully detailed, and it looks absolutely incredible. But sadly, millions won't be able to play the game owing to localization choices by Bethesda and Microsoft.

Tom’s Guide

Xbox Series X isn’t getting an upgrade anytime soon — but it doesn’t need one

We could have a long wait for an upgraded Xbox. But when Series X is already plenty powerful, I don't think we need one.

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TechRadar

Xbox head Phil Spencer doesn't see the need for an upgraded Xbox Series X yet

Phil Spencer, CEO of Xbox Game Studios, has told sources that there's no need for an Xbox Series X successor right now.

GamesRadar

Xbox is looking into the "future of Halo," whatever that might be

Xbox is apparently having conversations about where to take the series at large

GamesRadar

Every QA tester at Microsoft is working on Starfield, according to Phil Spencer

That's probably a slight exaggeration

PC Gamer

Microsoft exec says Starfield has 'the fewest bugs any Bethesda game ever shipped with'

A bold statement that the head of Xbox Studios will probably hear repeated back to him once or twice.

GamesRadar

Starfield fans think one screenshot proves the year-long delay was worth it

It's a very detailed screenshot, to be fair

GamesRadar

Starfield had a much earlier release date before Xbox told Bethesda to take its time

Phil Spencer implies he told Todd Howard to take his time getting Starfield polished up

GamesRadar

Starfield framerate being locked to 30fps is "a creative decision"

Todd Howard says the team doesn't want to sacrifice gameplay

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