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The Latest Breaking News from Phil Spencer

Xbox rubbishes reports that it plans to quit consoles

Xbox isn't giving up on consoles.

Hideo Kojima took Phil Spencer to a Japanese ceremony to purify his new Xbox horror game OD

The purpose of the Oharai ceremony is to keep away evil spirits by purification

GamesRadar

When it comes to Xbox games on PS5 and Nintendo Switch, Phil Spencer has been saying it all along

With the Xbox community up in arms over the recent rumors of first-party titles heading to competing platforms, there's an important message to remember from the man at the top of it all.

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Poll: Should Microsoft's games be console exclusive to Xbox?

Recent rumors and reports have sparked debate about Xbox exclusive games. We want to know what you think the company should add its games to other consoles or maintain Xbox exclusivity.

Windows Central

Pushing Buttons: What Microsoft’s ‘vision for the future of Xbox’ could look like

In this week’s newsletter: Company head Phil Spencer is planning an update next week on the console – what could he announce?

The Guardian - UK

Rumours grow about Xbox games porting to PlayStation 5

Rumours suggest Starfield, Hi-Fi Rush and the new Indiana Jones game could all be coming to PS5

Evening Standard

Microsoft to address rumors of bringing exclusives to PlayStation, Nintendo

Discover the latest updates on Microsoft's rumored decision to bring Xbox games like Starfield to PlayStation, and the potential consequences it may have f...

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Xbox 'vision for the future' could be a Switch-like handheld and no more console exclusives

Xbox head Phil Spencer is ready to shine a light on recent rumors surrounding console exclusives.

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CDPR boss confirms The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2077's sequel will remain multiplatform despite Xbox exclusivity debate

"We love the fact you play the games we made. It’s up to you to choose your playground"

GamesRadar

Amid Xbox multiplatform rumors, Halo job listing says future games will be " for all players, on all platforms"

Phil Spencer will address Xbox's future next week

GamesRadar

Amid mounting rumors of Xbox games coming to PlayStation, Phil Spencer announces a 'business update' for next week

Sea of Thieves, Hi-Fi Rush, Indiana Jones and even Starfield are rumored to be jumping ship.

PC Gamer

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer: Xbox is planning a 'business update event' for next week

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer confirms that a "business update event" for the Xbox brand is coming next week.

Windows Central

Phil Spencer says we'll see "the future of Xbox" next week following rumors of a multiplatform future for Microsoft

"We're listening and we hear you"

GamesRadar

If Microsoft lets Starfield go to PS5, the console war is all but dead — here’s why

Could we really see Starfield and the latest Indiana Jones game appear on Sony's console? If so, it could be disastrous for the Xbox brand.

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Windows Central

Xbox is reportedly going to release Starfield on PlayStation 5 — is the death of Xbox-exclusive games nigh? (Update)

Starfield is apparently coming to PlayStation 5, per a new report. Here's why Microsoft might be doing this, and why that might be a huge mistake.

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: a fresh and freaky drama about a coven of modern witches

Siena Kelly sucks the life out of the men she dates in BBC Three’s supernatural series. Plus: painters vie to be Landscape Artist of the Year. Here’s what to watch this evening

Xbox "Next" console is destined to be disc-free, as evidence mounts

Microsoft will reportedly ditch physical games entirely, layoffs and other factors suggest.

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Microsoft's gaming division undergoes layoffs after Activision Blizzard acquisition

Microsoft Gaming announces layoffs of approximately 1,900 roles, representing 8.6% of its workforce, as part of integrating Activision Blizzard.

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International Business Times

Microsoft Lays Off 1,900 Staff After Activision Gaming Buyout

Microsoft is laying off 1,900 people, or eight percent of staff, from its gaming division as it consolidates the blockbuster buyout of "Call of Duty" maker Activision Blizzard.

PC Gamer

Microsoft cuts 1,900 jobs at Activision Blizzard and Xbox, Blizzard president Mike Ybarra leaves the company, and the studio's survival game has been cancelled

Layoffs continue to tear through the video game industry, after an already difficult year in 2023.

TechRadar

Microsoft to lay off around 1,900 staff from across the Xbox, Activision Blizzard, and ZeniMax teams

Microsoft is planning to lay off around 1,900 people from its video game workforce.

GamesRadar

Phil Spencer announces Microsoft is laying off nearly 2,000 people from its gaming division

Microsoft sheds 1,900 staff in pursuit of a "sustainable cost structure"

Windows Central

Microsoft announces layoffs at gaming division with 1900 jobs cut across Activision Blizzard, Xbox Game Studios, and ZeniMax Media

More layoffs are hitting across the gaming industry, with Microsoft cutting 1900 jobs out of the greater Xbox organization.

Tom’s Guide

Is Xbox Game Studios going to become a third-party publisher? Let’s predict the future

Microsoft is sending mixed signals about the future of Xbox — will it be a console competitor or a third party publisher? Let's predict the future

Windows Central

Embracer Group is showcasing the dangers of irresponsible consolidation

Embracer Group has repeatedly closed studios and laid off employees since it fell on hard times in May of 2023.

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