Tag: Microsoft

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Former Xbox Executive Suggests Microsoft’s Shift Away From Console Hardware Could Boost Business Strategy

Former Xbox executive Mike Ybarra suggests Microsoft moving away from console hardware and exclusive games could benefit the company’s gaming business. The industry veteran claims Microsoft’s current “middle ground” approach creates confusion while a clear publisher-focused strategy might yield better results. Microsoft maintains next-generation hardware remains in development despite these observations.

Industry Veteran Weighs In On Xbox Strategy

A former Xbox executive has suggested that Microsoft stepping away from console hardware and exclusive games could represent a positive strategic shift for the company’s gaming business. Mike Ybarra, who spent nearly two decades at Microsoft including as corporate vice president at Xbox, shared his perspective on the company’s current direction amid ongoing industry speculation.

by Mason Drayton
GamingLabor

Blizzard Developers Unionize in Growing Labor Movement Across Gaming Giant

Following recent layoffs and project cancellations, developers from Hearthstone and Warcraft Rumble have voted to unionize. The move represents the fifth such organization effort at Blizzard Entertainment under Microsoft ownership.

Growing Unionization at Blizzard Entertainment

More than 100 developers working on Hearthstone and the recently downsized Warcraft Rumble team have voted to unionize, according to reports from the Communications Workers of America. This marks the fifth such organization effort at Blizzard Entertainment, bringing the total number of unionized workers at the company to over 1,900.

by Mason Drayton