Xbox's issue with exclusivity is that they fail to create desirable games.

Gears Of War: E-Day, a highly anticipated game, has sparked a debate among gamers. Is it worth the hype or not? As Xbox faces criticism for their new policy on exclusive games, one reader shares their opinion on the company's entire games line-up and how it is suffering from a lack of must-have titles.

The reader sympathizes with Xbox boss Asha Sharma, acknowledging the mismanagement of the company for over a decade which has led to its decreasing relevance in the gaming industry. Despite being the owner of major companies like Activision Blizzard and Bethesda, Xbox has made several mistakes that have made them a subject of ridicule. The reader, who owns an Xbox Series X, regrets their decision and contemplates switching to a PlayStation 5, but the thought of starting over with a new gaming account is daunting.

However, the reader also acknowledges that they are not a blind fanboy and believes that the former Xbox boss, Phil Spencer, should have been replaced years ago. The constant poor decision-making has led to a lack of appeal for the Xbox console. This has created a Catch-22 situation for the company, as there is no reason for sensible people to buy their console without exclusive games, but without sales, it doesn't make financial sense to have exclusive titles.

Recently, Microsoft hinted at bringing back exclusives, but many didn't believe it as it didn't seem logical. However, at the Xbox Game Showcase, they announced that Gears Of War: E-Day and Clockwork Revolution will be exclusives, but nothing else. The reader questions why these games were chosen and not others, and why Microsoft insisted that they never planned to release E-Day on the PlayStation 5, despite evidence proving otherwise.

The reader speculates that E-Day may not perform well on the PlayStation 5, and it could be a sacrifice to please hardcore Xbox fans. However, they don't believe this is a solid reason and think it's more like throwing a dart at a dartboard. They also doubt that Halo: Campaign Evolved will be a success, and the only game that Xbox has going for them is Forza Horizon 6, which wasn't even mentioned in any of the summer showcases.

The reader believes that Xbox's biggest multiformat hit is Forza Horizon, and while they own popular titles like Fallout, The Elder Scrolls, and Call Of Duty, their slow development process and declining popularity make them less appealing. This has created a major problem for Xbox, as nobody wants to buy their console, and only a small percentage of their games are worth playing. They question how this issue can be resolved quickly, and they fear that the new Xbox boss, Asha Sharma, may conclude that the company is beyond repair and should be sold off for parts.

In conclusion, the reader expresses their concern for Xbox's future and believes that it may not last this generation. They also acknowledge that their opinion may not represent the majority, and readers are encouraged to share their thoughts and opinions on the matter.