Phil Spencer "Not on Playstation" & UPDATE on Beloved Franchises on Xbox
Dec 2, 2023
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Phil Spencer, Xbox executive, discusses the exclusivity of Xbox, potential return of dormant franchises, the financial viability of Game Pass, revitalization of beloved franchises, and Xbox's strong platform.
Xbox aims to expand its platform to smart TVs and mobile devices but has no plans to bring Game Pass to PlayStation or Nintendo, focusing on innovating for Xbox console owners.
Xbox is committed to reviving beloved franchises by selecting passionate teams, fostering partnerships, and bringing back dormant franchises to their ecosystem.
Deep dives
Xbox's approach to exclusivity and platforms
During an interview with Windows Central, Phil Spencer clarified Xbox's approach to exclusivity and platform expansion. He stated that while Xbox aims to bring their first-party games and subscription services to various screens like smart TVs and mobile devices, they have no plans to bring Game Pass to PlayStation or Nintendo. The focus is on innovating for Xbox console owners and ensuring they feel valued.
Xbox's hardware and service roadmap
Phil Spencer mentioned that Xbox has a roadmap for future hardware and services. He emphasized the importance of keeping customers excited by exposing the roadmaps to them. He discussed the value of handheld devices like the Rogue Ally and Steam Deck, considering them extensions of the Xbox console. Spencer stated that Xbox's focus is now broader than ever, with a commitment to support different kinds of games and meet the diverse needs of gamers.
Reviving franchises and building new IPs
When asked about reviving beloved franchises, Phil Spencer explained Xbox's approach. The company is selective about bringing back dormant franchises, ensuring there is a passionate team behind the projects. Spencer emphasized the importance of partnerships and finding the right opportunities. He confirmed that Xbox works closely with Blizzard's leadership and aims to bring revived franchises to their ecosystem while teasing upcoming announcements.
Xbox mixed messaging has fans wondering where the console and its exclusives stand. As the platform readies with Activision Blizzard and Bethesda Studios under ownership and releasing games. Phil Spencer spoke to Window’s Central Jez Corden this week to explain the exclusivity of Xbox and old franchises long awaited to return. Right now and next year, the most iconic era of Xbox is about to begin!
Jez Corden of Windows Central asked big questions to Head of Gaming Phil Spencer about new consoles, exclusivity and dormant franchises ready to return.
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