Phil Spencer leaves Xbox division after 10 years

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After Phil Spencer to have celebrated 10 years as head of the division Xbox this Sunday (31), it announced on Monday that just like Jim Ryanwho left the PlayStation in March, he will also retire.

The retirement of Phil Spencer will take place right after the Xbox Games Showcase, which should take place between June and July, and we hope to see great games like Fable, State of Decay 3, Indiana Jones and more.

For fans of the console, this is certainly a great loss. In case you don't know what his achievements were, we'll highlight them below:



Phil Spencer's achievements before leaving the Xbox division

Phil Spencer was crucial in the evolution and expansion of Xbox around the world, not just in terms of hardware, but in the ecosystem as a whole. Here are some of his greatest achievements:

  • Xbox Network: Under Spencer's leadership, Xbox has expanded the gaming ecosystem through the Xbox Network, allowing gamers to connect and play on multiple platforms.
  • Cloud Gaming: It has worked to reduce barriers to entry for gamers by making Xbox Cloud Gaming accessible on a variety of devices.
  • Game Pass: Phil Spencer has been a key advocate of Xbox Game Pass, a subscription service that offers access to a vast library of games. Game Pass has become an essential part of the Xbox ecosystem, providing gamers with a more accessible and diverse gaming experience.
  • Reformulation of Achievements: Although achievements were first introduced on the Xbox 360, Spencer recognizes the need for improvement. He mentioned that there are plans to improve the achievements.
  • Acquisitions: Last but not least, Phil Spencer was crucial in the acquisition of most of the Xbox Game Studios. We've seen names like Activision, Bethesda, Compulsion Games and more acquired by the division.



We hope that the successor to Phil Spencer, Sarah Bondcan walk the same path as Phil succeeded in revitalizing the brand Xbox who was falling out with Don Mattrick on command. HAPPY LIE-IN DAY!

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