EP. 211 - Xbox Leadership Shakeup, EVO Controversy, Bluepoint Games Closed

About this episode

The episode discusses the recent changes in Xbox leadership, the controversy surrounding EVO, and the closure of Bluepoint Games.

Send us Fan Mail On Spectator Mode Podcast episode 211, we discuss major Xbox shakeup as Phil Spencer retires, Sarah Bond exits, and Microsoft appoints a former AI executive to lead the brand. We also dive into the controversy surrounding North America’s biggest fighting game tournament now being owned by Saudi investors, and why much of the FGC is pushing back. On top of that, we discuss Sony shutting down Bluepoint Games, the long-awaited return of .hack, and Bungie’s aggressive new plans t...

Topics covered

• Xbox leadership shakeup
• EVO controversy
• Bluepoint Games closure
• Phil Spencer retirement
• Sarah Bond exit
• Saudi investors in gaming
• Fighting Game Community pushback
• .hack return
• Bungie plans

Mentioned in this episode

Products: .hack, Bungie

Places: North America’s

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