Update:
The head of Xbox communications Kari Perez told The Verge Microsoft Gaming CEO is not retiring anytime soon.
Phil is not retiring anytime soon,” said Perez.
Original Article:
Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer will reportedly be retiring after the launch of the next-generation Xbox console. This is according to @TheGhostOfHope, who has a decent track record with Call of Duty leaks, and reported by Insider Gaming.
The leaker claims Phil Spencer is working with Xbox President Sarah Bond and her team to ensure there will be a smooth transition for her to take over as Microsoft Gaming CEO after he retires.
Windows Central’s Jez Corden responded by stating that Spencer will retire “some time” after the next-generation Xbox launches. However, claims there is currently no plan in place right now.
This should be treated as a rumor until an official announcement is made.
This report comes out following mass layoffs at Microsoft, including at Xbox. Many Xbox studios have been hit with at least some layoffs. Everwild, Perfect Dark, and ZeniMax Online unannounced MMORPG have all been cancelled, along with The Initiative being shutdown.
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