Xbox Founders Voice Concerns Over Microsoft's Transformation of Xbox.
0Xbox Founders Voice Concerns Over Microsoft's Transformation of Xbox: A Deep Dive into the Future of Gaming In this video, we dive into the growing concerns among Xbox founders about the transformation of Xbox into "Microsoft Gaming," signaling a significant shift from its original identity. Following Microsoft's closure of Arkane Austin and Tango Gameworks, fears have arisen that even successful games like Hi-Fi Rush aren't safe from corporate shutdowns. Internal discussions reveal dissatisfaction with the integration of major acquisitions like Bethesda and Activision, leading to a massive expansion with nearly 30,000 employees and a shift in decision-making power to Microsoft's higher executives, diverging from Xbox's original leadership-driven vision. These changes come amidst a slowdown in Game Pass growth and declining console sales post-COVID-19, prompting strategic reassessments and operational changes within the company. Join us as we unpack these developments and their implications for the gaming community, exploring the potential future of Xbox under Microsoft's evolving corporate strategy.