Xbox Has Made the \"Worst Decisions\" with Big Franchises Says Phil Spencer
Xbox CEO Phil Spencer reflects on past missteps and the "worst decisions" impacting major franchises, amidst the evolving gaming landscape. This article explores his candid statements and provides updates on upcoming Xbox titles.
Xbox CEO Reflects on Past Mistakes and Missed Opportunities
Destiny and Guitar Hero: Significant Regrets for Xbox
During a PAX West 2024 interview, Phil Spencer discussed pivotal moments in his Xbox career, including significant missed opportunities. He cited Bungie's Destiny and Harmonix's Guitar Hero as among the "worst" decisions, acknowledging his initial hesitation with both franchises. Despite his close relationship with Bungie during his early days at Xbox, Destiny's initial appeal eluded him, only resonating after the House of Wolves expansion. Similarly, he expressed initial skepticism regarding Guitar Hero's potential.
Dune: Awakening's Xbox Release Presents Challenges for Funcom
While acknowledging past errors, Spencer emphasizes his forward-looking approach. However, the path isn't always smooth. Funcom's Dune: Awakening, slated for Xbox Series S, PC, and PS5 release, faces optimization challenges. Funcom's CPO, Scott Junior, confirmed a PC-first release due to the need for significant optimization before the Xbox launch. Despite this, he assures players of smooth performance even on older hardware.
Enotria: The Last Song Faces Xbox Release Delays Due to Communication Issues
Indie developer Jyamma Games' Enotria: The Last Song experienced unexpected delays on Xbox, weeks before its planned September 19th launch. The studio cites a lack of communication and response from Microsoft, despite the game's readiness for Xbox Series S and X. This has led to a PlayStation 5 and PC-only release for now, leaving the Xbox version uncertain. Jyamma Games CEO Jacky Greco expressed significant frustration over the lack of communication from Microsoft, highlighting the financial investment made in the Xbox port.
The situation underscores the complexities faced by developers, particularly smaller studios, in navigating the Xbox release process. While Xbox continues to pursue ambitious projects, these instances highlight the ongoing challenges in bringing diverse titles to the platform.
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