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Microsoft tried to ban the word "Microslop" in its Discord amid criticism of its dive into AI, predictably causing the internet to Microslop even harder

You know what? I'm gonna Microslop twice as hard

GamesRadar · Mar 2

At Microsoft's big Xbox all-hands meeting, leaders paid tribute to the team, Sarah Bond, Phil Spencer, and the future — "We are going to start with console, and make sure that we understand that this is our reference experience."

Microsoft's gaming team had a big all-hands meeting last week, and the mood was emotional, but also energized and jubilant. Here's what outgoing CEO Phil Spencer and incoming CEO Asha Sharma had to say.

Windows Central · Mar 2

Xbox's Big Shift: After 32% Revenue Drop, Brand 'Sunsetted' into PC/AI Future – What Gamers Need to Know

Microsoft reports a 32% drop in Xbox hardware revenue, sparking speculation about the brand's future as the company pivots towards AI and PC gaming

International Business Times UK · Mar 2

Xbox's new CEO just met with a legendarily familiar face — could it mean anything for the future of Xbox, or is it just a fun cameo?

In the face of all the turmoil, Asha Sharma recently met with none other than Larry Hryb, aka Major Nelson.

Windows Central · Feb 26

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is "the best of our medium," says former Microsoft Game Studios head, because games are art and human: "I don’t think you can say that about AI girlfriends"

"That’s what we should all aspire to"

GamesRadar · Feb 26

Ex-Microsoft gaming VP isn't worried new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma doesn't have a gaming background — "I think that’s going to be okay ... that can work fine."

Ed Fries, Microsoft's former game publishing VP, says it's okay that the new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma doesn't have gaming experience. Here's why.

Windows Central · Feb 25

Windows Central readers react to former Xbox President's rushed exit — Is Sarah Bond being scapegoated, or was her strategy actually a failure?

Xbox has undergone some major changes in the past week, and that includes the exit of former Xbox President Sarah Bond. Was it a necessary move, or is Bond being scapegoated? Here's what our readers are saying.

Windows Central · Feb 25

Xbox faces "no directive" from Microsoft to use AI, Matt Booty insists, despite new CEO's background: "We're committed to art made by people"

Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma says "we need to draw lines on what we won't do"

GamesRadar · Feb 25

Xbox fans are seriously wrestling with Phil Spencer’s legacy — and Asha Sharma now has to walk straight into the ring. Here's what they're saying.

Fans are split on Asha Sharma as Xbox’s new CEO, but many hope fresh leadership can refocus the brand after years of mixed decisions and shifting strategy.

Windows Central · Feb 25

Why Xbox’s corporate shake-up matters for everyone who plays games

With ​i​ts longtime figureheads stepping aside, Microsoft’s gaming division faces a pivotal moment​, raising questions about whether ​i​t can still balance creative ambition with corporate strategy​ in the age of AI

The Guardian - UK · Feb 25