Xbox president Sarah Bond has confirmed Microsoft remains committed to console hardware development, stating the next-generation system will deliver a powerful experience that surpasses current capabilities. The executive addressed speculation about the company potentially exiting the console market following weak Xbox Series S and X sales figures.
Bond emphasized that hardware remains central to the Xbox strategy, even as the platform expands across multiple devices. The upcoming console will allow players to carry their game libraries across various screens, including PC and cloud streaming services, while maintaining their community connections and digital storefronts.
Regarding Game Pass, Bond clarified that Xbox supports multiple business models rather than forcing users into a single approach. Players can choose between subscription access or traditional game purchases, while developers gain flexibility in monetizing their content and reaching audiences through their preferred methods.
Bond emphasized that hardware remains central to the Xbox strategy, even as the platform expands across multiple devices. The upcoming console will allow players to carry their game libraries across various screens, including PC and cloud streaming services, while maintaining their community connections and digital storefronts.
Regarding Game Pass, Bond clarified that Xbox supports multiple business models rather than forcing users into a single approach. Players can choose between subscription access or traditional game purchases, while developers gain flexibility in monetizing their content and reaching audiences through their preferred methods.
