September 30th 2024.
Do you trust Xbox? Recently, a prominent insider in the video game industry criticized Xbox, calling it a "mess" and pointing out that they seem to change their plans every month. In the past two years, both PlayStation and Xbox have faced challenges, with limited releases of first-party games and unclear visions for the future. Sony's focus on live service games has not been successful, and Xbox's acquisition of Activision Blizzard has caused confusion about their plans for multiple platforms.
It's clear that both companies are struggling to adapt to the rising costs of game development, which seems to have caught them by surprise. However, for the sake of the industry, we hope they have some sort of plan in place. Unfortunately, according to respected journalist Jason Schreier, that may not be the case. In a recent podcast, he gave a blunt assessment of Xbox, saying, "They're just a disaster over there, it's really sad."
The discussion on the podcast had turned to Xbox's appearance at the Tokyo Game Show, which some insiders had hyped up as a significant event. However, it turned out to be underwhelming with only minor announcements. Schreier expressed his frustration, saying, "Xbox is such a mess right now. It feels like their plan changes every single year." He also pointed out the inconsistency in their statements, such as their previous assurance that the game Indiana Jones would never come to PlayStation.
It's worth noting that Schreier has a stellar track record in the industry, and he has insider knowledge about Xbox's publishers, including Bethesda and Blizzard. In fact, his new book, "Play Nice: The Rise, Fall, and Future of Blizzard Entertainment," delves into the latter's history. However, even without insider information, it's easy to see the constant changes and mixed messages coming from Xbox.
Schreier implies that even their plans for the next generation, which were heavily rumored to involve a handheld device, may be subject to change. The podcast also discussed Sony's live service plans and how they have also changed over time, painting both console manufacturers in a similar light.
It's unclear if Xbox will have another preview event before Christmas, but they will likely be involved with The Game Awards in December. However, consistency has not been Xbox's strong suit. In order to make it easier for readers to submit letters and features, they have set up a "Submit Stuff" page on their website. You can also stay up to date with all the latest gaming news and releases by signing up for their newsletter or following them on Twitter. Your privacy is important to them, and the site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
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