Xbox's New CEO Promises to Listen to Fans on Exclusives Amid Leadership Shake-Up

Microsoft has reshuffled Xbox leadership, naming Asha Sharma as the new Xbox Gaming CEO after Phil Spencer’s departure and Sarah Bond’s resignation, with Matt Booty moving to Chief Content Officer. Sharma has been engaging with fans on social media, emphasizing the importance of exclusive games and signaling a renewed focus on key franchises like Halo, Forza, Gears, and Fable, including a direct message to fans that “we hear you.” Analysts say it’s early to judge any strategic shift beyond maintaining the existing “Xbox Everywhere” approach, while fan reactions range from cautious optimism to skepticism.