"Xbox Boss Phil Spencer to Address Future of Consoles Amid Multiplatform Rumors"
Phil Spencer will address the recent rumors about Microsoft publishing Xbox first-party games on competing consoles during the Official Xbox Podcast on February 15, alongside Sarah Bond and Matt Booty. Despite speculation, Microsoft has no plans to exit the console business, with Xbox systems remaining a key part of its strategy. Game Pass continues to be a major selling point, with significant subscriber growth. Microsoft's gaming revenue has seen a substantial increase, but the company has also recently laid off 1,900 employees from its gaming teams. The podcast episode is expected to provide updates on the future of Xbox and shed light on the ongoing rumors.