"Future Prospects for Xbox and Halo"

Microsoft has faced a turbulent six months with layoffs, studio closures, and the controversial decision to release Xbox exclusives on rival consoles. The upcoming Xbox Games Showcase is a critical opportunity for the company to regain fan enthusiasm, with expectations of major game reveals and new release dates. Amidst these changes, Microsoft is also rumored to be working on a next-gen Xbox and a handheld device, while continuing to expand its game offerings to platforms like PS5 and Nintendo Switch under "Project Latitude."