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Phil Spencer is Against Cutting Game Content for DLC. He Sees Such Doings as „Manipulation”

Phil Spencer is Against Cutting Game Content for DLC. He Sees Such Doings as „Manipulation”

Phil Spencer gave an interview in which several interesting topics were discussed. Among other things, he expressed his dislike for „manipulative” DLC.

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Martin Bukowski

November 14, 2024

Phil Spencer is Against Cutting Game Content for DLC. He Sees Such Doings as „Manipulation”
'It's No Longer Xbox, but Microsoft Gaming.' Brand Veterans Explain Recent Layoffs

'It's No Longer Xbox, but Microsoft Gaming.' Brand Veterans Explain Recent Layoffs

Even before the announcement of more layoffs, Xbox veterans confirmed that Microsoft bosses have now begun to interfere more in the company's games division.

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Jacob Blazewicz

May 10, 2024

'It's No Longer Xbox, but Microsoft Gaming.' Brand Veterans Explain Recent Layoffs
'He's a Good Human and He Cares Deeply for the Creative Process and Developers.' Former Blizzard CEO Defends Phil Spencer's Image

'He's a Good Human and He Cares Deeply for the Creative Process and Developers.' Former Blizzard CEO Defends Phil Spencer's Image

Mike Ybarra took to Phil Spencer's defense after Microsoft's recent layoffs, although he doesn't deny that the head of the gaming division is responsible for the Xbox situation.

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Jacob Blazewicz

May 9, 2024

'He's a Good Human and He Cares Deeply for the Creative Process and Developers.' Former Blizzard CEO Defends Phil Spencer's Image
Microsoft Wants New Xbox 'Biggest Technological Leap' Between Generations

Microsoft Wants New Xbox 'Biggest Technological Leap' Between Generations

The next Xbox console is expected to be Microsoft's 'biggest technological leap' between generations. The company also wants the device to attract gamers with 'unique features.'.

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Jacob Blazewicz

February 16, 2024

Microsoft Wants New Xbox 'Biggest Technological Leap' Between Generations
Phil Spencer Expected to Reassure Employees Regarding Future of Xbox

Phil Spencer Expected to Reassure Employees Regarding Future of Xbox

Microsoft has no intention of abandoning the Xbox. At least, that's according to reports from Phil Spencer's meeting with employees.

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Adrian Werner

February 13, 2024

Phil Spencer Expected to Reassure Employees Regarding Future of Xbox
Game Pass Remains Profitable Despite Microsoft Spending Fortune on Games, Says Phil Spencer

Game Pass Remains Profitable Despite Microsoft Spending Fortune on Games, Says Phil Spencer

Phil Spencer revealed how much Microsoft spends annually on third-party games coming to the Xbox and PC Game Pass offerings.

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Kamil Kleszyk

December 4, 2023

Game Pass Remains Profitable Despite Microsoft Spending Fortune on Games, Says Phil Spencer
Blizzard Boss Doesn't Rule Out Return of Beloved IPs; World Doesn't End on Diablo, Warcraft and Overwatch

Blizzard Boss Doesn't Rule Out Return of Beloved IPs; World Doesn't End on Diablo, Warcraft and Overwatch

Microsoft's acquisition of Blizzard may have a very positive impact on the studio. The team is expected to receive more freedom of action, and its head does not rule out the return of less popular brands, including the StarCraft series.

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Adrian Werner

November 7, 2023

Blizzard Boss Doesn't Rule Out Return of Beloved IPs; World Doesn't End on Diablo, Warcraft and Overwatch
Phil Spencer Treats PS5 and Switch Users Like Members of Xbox Community

Phil Spencer Treats PS5 and Switch Users Like Members of Xbox Community

For Phil Spencer, owners of Sony and Nintendo consoles have become members of the Xbox community. This follows the approval of Microsoft's nearly $69 billion deal to buy Activision Blizzard.

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Maciej Gaffke

November 6, 2023

Phil Spencer Treats PS5 and Switch Users Like Members of Xbox Community
Heretic and Hexen Expect a Big Comeback? System Shock Remake Devs are Ready

Heretic and Hexen Expect a Big Comeback? System Shock Remake Devs are Ready

Xbox chief Phil Spencer revealed that Microsoft is not against resurrecting Activision's iconic brands, to which the developers at Nightdive were quick to respond.

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Kamil Kleszyk

October 18, 2023

Heretic and Hexen Expect a Big Comeback? System Shock Remake Devs are Ready
Xbox Won't Use Call of Duty as Bait for PlayStation Owners; 'That's Not Our Goal,' says Phil Spencer

Xbox Won't Use Call of Duty as Bait for PlayStation Owners; 'That's Not Our Goal,' says Phil Spencer

The head of Xbox argues that Call of Duty will not be an exclusive title for the Xbox console. The popular shooter is to be available on all platforms, including Nintendo.

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Maciej Gaffke

October 18, 2023

Xbox Won't Use Call of Duty as Bait for PlayStation Owners; 'That's Not Our Goal,' says Phil Spencer
Activision Blizzard Games Coming to Game Pass in 2024, Phil Spencer Declares

Activision Blizzard Games Coming to Game Pass in 2024, Phil Spencer Declares

The head of Microsoft's Xbox division, Phil Spencer, has cooled hopes that Activision Blizzard games will soon be added to the Game Pass offering.

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Adrian Werner

October 18, 2023

Activision Blizzard Games Coming to Game Pass in 2024, Phil Spencer Declares
Phil Spencer Bluntly on AAA Game Publishers: 'They are Milking Their Top Franchises From the Past'

Phil Spencer Bluntly on AAA Game Publishers: 'They are Milking Their Top Franchises From the Past'

From the emails of the head of Xbox you can learn a lot about big game publishers. According to Phil Spencer, they prefer to bet primarily on well-known and proven brands.

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Maciej Gaffke

September 26, 2023

Phil Spencer Bluntly on AAA Game Publishers: 'They are Milking Their Top Franchises From the Past'
Phil Spencer leaves no Illusions About Game Pass Price Increase

Phil Spencer leaves no Illusions About Game Pass Price Increase

Phil Spencer admitted that sooner or later the price of Game Pass will be raised again. He also referred to the issue of potential exclusives for the subscription.

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Adrian Werner

September 25, 2023

Phil Spencer leaves no Illusions About Game Pass Price Increase
Phil Spencer: Microsoft Will Quit Game Industry if Game Pass Doesn't Grow

Phil Spencer: Microsoft Will Quit Game Industry if Game Pass Doesn't Grow

Game Pass is the apple of Microsoft's eye, and the company may even abandon the game industry if the service fails to meet the company's expectations. At least that's what Phil Spencer has assured.

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Jacob Blazewicz

September 21, 2023

Phil Spencer: Microsoft Will Quit Game Industry if Game Pass Doesn't Grow
'We Have a Better Product Than Sony'; Phil Spencer Confident After PS5 Specs Reveal

'We Have a Better Product Than Sony'; Phil Spencer Confident After PS5 Specs Reveal

Almost three years after the launch of the next-generation consoles, we get a glimpse of Phil Spencer's email. The Xbox boss was very excited on the day the PS5 specifications were revealed.

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Maciej Gaffke

September 20, 2023

'We Have a Better Product Than Sony'; Phil Spencer Confident After PS5 Specs Reveal
Filled With Grief, Phil Spencer Announces Reveal of 'Microsoft's True Plans'

Filled With Grief, Phil Spencer Announces Reveal of 'Microsoft's True Plans'

Phil Spencer referred to recent leaks, which have given us insight into many of Microsoft's plans for Xbox consoles and games.

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Adrian Werner

September 20, 2023

Filled With Grief, Phil Spencer Announces Reveal of 'Microsoft's True Plans'
'A Disaster Situation'; Phil Spencer on Xbox Game Catalog Hole of 2022

'A Disaster Situation'; Phil Spencer on Xbox Game Catalog Hole of 2022

A very interesting internal email sent by Phil Spencer has leaked online. The Xbox CEO's message shows how difficult the company's situation was in the first quarter of last year.

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Adam Celarek

September 20, 2023

'A Disaster Situation'; Phil Spencer on Xbox Game Catalog Hole of 2022
Phil Spencer Helped Bring Baldur's Gate 3 to Xbox - Release Window [Update #2]

Phil Spencer Helped Bring Baldur's Gate 3 to Xbox - Release Window [Update #2]

Xbox Series X/S owners will be able to play Baldur's Gate 3 on their consoles sooner than they might have thought. Tips on porting the game were given to Larian by Phil Spencer himself.

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Zuzanna Domeradzka

September 4, 2023

Phil Spencer Helped Bring Baldur's Gate 3 to Xbox - Release Window [Update #2]
Starfield Closer to Oblivion Than Skyrim, Says Phil Spencer After 200 Hours in Game

Starfield Closer to Oblivion Than Skyrim, Says Phil Spencer After 200 Hours in Game

According to Phil Spencer, Starfield more closely resembles the previous installment of The Elder Scrolls, Oblivion, than Skyrim.

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Adrian Werner

August 24, 2023

Starfield Closer to Oblivion Than Skyrim, Says Phil Spencer After 200 Hours in Game
Phil Spencer Made a Solemn Vow About Call of Duty on PlayStation

Phil Spencer Made a Solemn Vow About Call of Duty on PlayStation

Xbox boss Phil Spencer made a promise to the court that Call of Duty would continue to be released on Sony's consoles. However, the way he worded his pledge may be questionable.

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Kamil Kleszyk

June 26, 2023

Phil Spencer Made a Solemn Vow About Call of Duty on PlayStation