
The Official Xbox Podcast
* * The only podcast directly from Xbox at Microsoft * *
Previously known as Major Nelson Radio
Join Malik Prince, Tina Amini, Jeff Rubenstein and industry experts from inside Xbox as they discuss the latest Xbox news, share interviews with top gaming and technology personalities and give you a first hand glimpse into what it is like to work at Xbox and Microsoft.
This is the only Xbox Podcast straight from the source. Listen to the official Xbox Podcast and hear what it is like to work on hardware, games and services that reach millions of gamers around the globe.
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Mar 13, 2025 • 31min
Copilot Is Coming To Gaming, Xbox Play Anywhere Updates, And More | Official Xbox Podcast
On this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we sit down with Fatima Kardar and Jason Ronald to discuss Copilot for Gaming and updates to Xbox Play Anywhere, cloud gaming, and more!Please note the Copilot examples are proof of concept only. Not an actual product of their respective games.For more information go to:Xbox Wire - news.xbox.comMicrosoft Gamedev Blog - developer.microsoft.com00:00 Introduction02:18 What We're Playing04:38 Copilot for Gaming20:47 Xbox Play Anywhere26:12 Cloud Gaming27:30 Stream Your Own Games29:35 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox

Mar 6, 2025 • 34min
WWE 2K25 Deep Dive With Superstars & Devs | Official Xbox Podcast
In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're at WWE 2K25 Creator Fest in Orlando, Florida! Malik dives deep with the devs and talks with Jey Uso, Xavier Woods, and Shayna Baszler about what they're looking forward to. We're also stepping into the squared circle and getting hands on with the game.00:00 Introduction01:05 Creator Fest Tour03:24 Interview with Jey Uso05:49 Interview with Shayna Baszler08:54 Interview with Xavier Woods10:54 Gameplay13:18 Dev Interview15:03 The Island17:21 Bloodline23:52 Updates27:36 GM Mode29:09 Dev Wrap Up32:52 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox

Feb 25, 2025 • 20min
Xbox Game Studios Update With Craig Duncan | Official Xbox Podcast
In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we sit down with the head of Xbox Game Studios, Craig Duncan, to discuss Avowed, South of Midnight, multiplatform releases, Fable, and more!00:00 Introduction to Craig03:01 Avowed06:09 South of Midnight07:55 Ninja Gaiden 409:54 Clair Obscur: Expedition 3311:09 Doom: The Dark Ages12:04 Multiplatform Releases14:13 Fable17:49 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox

Feb 11, 2025 • 29min
Deep Dive and Hands On with South of Midnight | Official Xbox Podcast
In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we travel to New York City to get hands on with South of Midnight and talk to the devs from Compulsion Games about the story, art, music, and gameplay of their Southern Gothic adventure.00:00 Introduction00:36 Art Direction05:04 Story10:03 Music and Sound14:35 Gameplay25:58 Story of Empathy27:54 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/XboxTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/XboxInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox

Jan 28, 2025 • 25min
Deep Dive Into Expedition 33 | Official Xbox Podcast
In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we are diving deep into Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 with Sandfall Interactive's Guillaume Broche and Nicholas Maxson-Francombe.
00:00 Introduction
00:50 Sandfall Interactive
02:23 World and Story
04:52 Exploration and Combat
11:34 Skills
14:05 English Voice Cast
16:33 Art Direction
19:02 World Map
22:06 Final Thoughts
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Nov 25, 2024 • 27min
Diving Deeper Into Indiana Jones and The Great Circle
In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we talk to Axel Torvenius and Jens Andersson about taking the iconic Indiana Jones film franchise and translating it into the upcoming adventure-action game Indiana Jones and The Great Circle.
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Nov 21, 2024 • 27min
Avowed Deep Dive At Obsidian's Studios
In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we head to Obsidian Entertainment to play Avowed and talk to its creators about the process and passion that goes into their games and what players can expect from their upcoming game.
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Nov 20, 2024 • 32min
Big Updates to Xbox Cloud Gaming, Friend Requests, And More
In this special episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we sit down with Ashley McKissick and Jason Beaumont of the Xbox Experiences and Platforms team to discuss all the big updates to Streaming, Xbox Home, Friend Requests, and more. Then, we get our hands on 4 accessories you can get right now from our D4X program!
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Oct 22, 2024 • 47min
Everything Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 With #CODPOD
This week, we're joined by Miles and Stephanie of The Official Call of Duty Podcast, aka COD POD, to talk everything Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
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Oct 10, 2024 • 16min
Metaphor: ReFantazio Deep Dive Interview
Join legendary director and producer Katsura Hashino, known for his iconic work on the Persona series, as he dives into the creation of Metaphor: ReFantazio. He shares insights on the journey of developing a new RPG, balancing original concepts with player engagement. Hashino discusses the artistic inspirations, particularly from Hieronymus Bosch, and unveils a unique combat system that blends traditional mechanics with vibrant, manga-style action. The conversation also touches on the personal connection players experience through character identity, enriching the overall gaming narrative.
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