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XBOX’s New CSO Wants to Revive “Storied Franchises” and Strengthen “The Console Business”
Matthew Ball, Xbox's new Chief Strategy Officer, aims to revive the brand's glory days by focusing on reviving storied franchises and strengthening the console business. He believes consoles remain important and durable despite rising costs, and is implementing changes like the Player Voice feature.
Nintendo not ruling out another Switch 2 price increase in the future
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa acknowledged that a price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2 could raise the barrier to entry for consumers. He stated that the company aims to provide compelling gameplay experiences that offer value exceeding the price point and will continue to release diverse titles. Furukawa also indicated that Nintendo is preparing to respond flexibly to future component price trends and potential further adjustments.
PlayStation and Xbox have finally realised exclusives are the heart of gaming - Reader’s Feature
A reader argues that both Sony and Microsoft have made a mistake by moving away from console exclusives, which are seen as the core of gaming. The author expresses relief at rumors suggesting a return to focusing on exclusive titles, criticizing the current generation's approach to live service games and PC ports.
