Phil Spencer News
Xbox job ad suggests it’s not done with acquisitions
Microsoft is seeking a manager to identify potential M&A targets
Microsoft ‘hasn’t discussed’ Bobby Kotick’s post-acquisition employment status, it’s claimed
Previous reports suggested Kotick planned to leave following the deal
Sony’s Bungie acquisition saw more Twitter discussion than Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard deal
Twitter shares internal figures for gaming
FTC’s probe of Microsoft’s Activision acquisition will reportedly focus on consumer data, labour market
The deal is expected to close in Microsoft’s fiscal year 2023
Microsoft says games don’t need to be on Game Pass to be viable on Xbox
Phil Spencer says retail remains “an important part” of the Xbox business
Walmart is currently selling Xbox Series X consoles online
Its latest restock isn’t reserved for Walmart+ members
The FTC has asked Microsoft for more info on its Activision Blizzard deal
Plus Activision Blizzard calls on shareholders to approve Microsoft's proposed buyout
New Starfield developer diary discusses character creation and factions
Bethesda explains how it's attempting to bring the sci-fi world to life
Japan has bought 2.3 million Xbox consoles in the last 20 years, new report reveals
The vast majority of these were Xbox 360 sales
Valve says it’s willing to help Microsoft bring PC Game Pass to Steam
"For their customers it's clearly a popular option," says Newell