409.5: Xbox to BE SOLD OFF? Asha's "tough decisions," SGF, Showcase, and the marginpocalypse

409.5: Xbox to BE SOLD OFF? Asha's "tough decisions," SGF, Showcase, and the marginpocalypse

June 13, 2026 · 2h 44m

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The episode discusses Xbox's business health, restructuring rumors, and impressions from the Xbox Showcase.

Hey gang, unfortunately Rand's power is out thanks to the tornado hitting Chicago and the surrounding area, so we're rocking a solo show ahead of the regular XB2 410 likely for Monday. I got the XB2 Patreon Q&As here too! 🦈 SPONSOR: http://SURFSHARK.com/XB2 | SurfShark VPN! Get 86% OFF a two year plan, working out to just $2 a month! 🦈 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00: Xbox business health, Game Pass revenue, industry pressure. Xbox restructuring / spin-off rumors.00:38:00: Halo Studios management, studio closure rumors.01:00:00: Xbox Showcase impressions, game reveals, best games. 01:20:00: Patreon Q&A. Future of exclusives, multi-platform plans, Helix changes?01:56:00: SGF surprises, dream crossovers. Free-to-play monetization problems, and Xbox's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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