So what is Microsoft's plan with Xbox? The next 5 years gonna be interesting

[Rekkapryde]

That's true. I just think if they can find a way to make the user experience better and more console-like. Then there's a path to get a decent amount of people to use their store over steam. I think there's many that want to jump to PC gaming, but don't want to tinker and would enjoy a console-like experience. It's up to Microsoft to provide the experience for customers. I feel if they do that, then some may make purchases on their store over steam if games are easier to use than Steam. This could also help them maintain gamepass sub. However, a lot of the path to success for this move all depends on Microsoft providing the software and user experience to customers. Based on history, it's going to be a tough path because essentially they will have to make a lightweight version of windows and unsure if they want to do that to move gamers away from traditional Windows to Xbox OS or whatever they call it.

I hear ya, but PC Cats are way crazier than console players. They do not fukk with Microsoft like that.

 

[Gizmo_Duck]

I think anyone jumping from consoles aren’t gonna want a half measure

This still feels like it’s just targeting Xbox console fans, the ones that would have bought a pro console this gen if it existed not the ones who picked up an s because it’s all they could swing

 

[Jaguar93]

This device seems to exist for Xbox enthusiasts and those who don’t want to go full PC. It’ll most likely cost an arm and a leg. But it’s an option for those who want to stay in that ecosystem, and are willing to drop money on it.

 

[GambinoMakeItWork]

Sony stans

 

[R=G]

The curiosity on what people claim is 2nd rate is hilarious...lol

 

[Gizmo_Duck]

 

[Pure Water]

I think Microsoft is going to launch a $1K+ PC/Hybrid that will of course play old and new Xbox games. You will be able to play Steam, GOG, etc games as well. Online will be free. I think this is why Microsoft is pushing for +30% profit margins for the device.

 

[winb83]

Their revenue stream is gonna crash, less console sales, less users in their store, no online service revenue, all their first party software taxed 30% from steam and Sony, etc

The #2 largest gaming company in the world has a business model where they don't have a console. They'll make it work.

 

[Gizmo_Duck]

The #2 largest gaming company in the world has a business model where they don't have a console. They'll make it work.

They also don’t spend the amount of money to develop games and run a service that requires billions to upkeep

 

[King Sun]

 

[Half A $]

Meach gonna call him a Sony stan

 

[The Mad Titan]

 

[KidJSoul]

How will their revenue model work?

 

[Rekkapryde]

Access. Always access.

 

[Gizmo_Duck]

Access. Always access.

Their primary income is probably tied to tootin it up in the air for Microsoft. They don’t really have a choice, there’s nothing to pivot to since Sony and Nintendo don’t talk to nikkas

Steam is just a faceless storefront so the pc shilling don’t hit as hard in thumbnails