In a meeting with employees, Phil Spencer reassured Xbox staff that there are no plans to discontinue the production of consoles, despite concerns that recent Xbox titles may become multiplatform. Amid speculation about the company’s future, Microsoft continues to assert they will remain part of a strategy that includes various types of devices.
The report comes after an internal Tuesday townhall meeting where Spencer told Xbox employees that the company will continue producing consoles. The announcement quelled fears among the Xbox community that Microsoft might be preparing to leave the console business. Last year’s Xbox trial leak revealed Microsoft’s intention to release a mid-generation Xbox Series console refresh in 2024 and a hybrid next-gen Xbox slated for 2028, but these plans were revealed to be outdated, according to Spencer. There is further anticipation for the “business update event” set to be hosted by Spencer this week, where the vision for the future of Xbox will be revealed.
Despite concerns about Microsoft’s future in the gaming industry, the leadership continues to reassure its employees and customers that Xbox is not going anywhere. The recent decision to cut 1,900 staff from Xbox, Activision Blizzard, and Bethesda has raised questions, but it seems Xbox will continue to be an important part of Microsoft’s future. The business update event is a key opportunity for Spencer to address these concerns and reveal the future plans for the Xbox brand.