Microsoft Weighs More Xbox Exclusivity Amidst Layoffs
Microsoft is reportedly considering making more first-party games exclusive to Xbox consoles. This potential shift aims to drive hardware sales, though major multiplayer titles will stay multiplatform. The strategy change follows recent layoffs and studio closures within the company's gaming division.
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- Morning ConsolidationMicrosoft is reportedly considering making more of its first-party games exclusive to the Xbox platform. Separately, Nintendo has announced that Mario Kart Tour will become unplayable after an upcoming service discontinuation.
Microsoft is reportedly considering making more of its first-party games exclusive to XboxMicrosoft is reportedly considering making more of its first-party games exclusive to Xbox consoles to incentivize purchases. While major multiplayer titles will remain multiplatform, upcoming games like Gears of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution are confirmed Xbox console exclusives, with The Elder Scrolls 6 potentially following suit. This strategy shift comes amidst significant layoffs and studio closures within Microsoft's gaming division.