CursedTeardrop
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The Information: Microsoft Has Considered Spinning Out Xbox, Plans New ‘Halo,’ ‘Fallout’ Games theinformation.com/articles/micro… "As Microsoft gets ready to overhaul its struggling Xbox gaming unit, it hasn't ruled out spinning out or restructuring the unit as a wholly-owned subsidiary, which could make it easier to sell, or creating a joint venture with other partners, according to three people with direct knowledge of the discussions." more: resetera.com/threads/the-in…



Matthew Ball's comments on the role of ads on Xbox have generated a ton of discussion, but why is this even being considered right now? Is it just GREED? DETAILS: windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/wh… With consumer confidence at its lowest level since the pandemic, even active users are increasingly becoming *unmonetizable* as free-to-play games become more affordable alternatives to premium offerings. When you're selling your hardware at a loss ... that's potentially unsustainable.











Xbox is floating the idea of in-game ads, noting that may have potential to "keep our products affordable". Goal is to ensure they can 'continue to fund outstanding work' from dev teams More ➡️ windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/oh…


Xbox Chief Strategy Officer Matthew Ball appeared earlier this week on @TheGameBusiness Show with @Chris_Dring Here's the full video of the conversation. Follow @TheGameBusiness for more.



This week, it's our big @ballmatthew interview. What is the impact of console exclusives? How long will the DRAM crisis last? Are consoles dying? Will he pre-order the new Zelda? thegamebusiness.com/p/the-big-matt…

















