The state of the Xbox console has been a major talking point for gamers for quite some time right now with many disappointed by what’s been offered since the Xbox Series X|S launched in 2020. And now it appears that even internally at Microsoft there are signs that the company is not happy with the state of the Xbox.
In the latest episode of his Game Mess podcast, veteran journalist Jeff Grubb said that Microsoft isn’t pleased with how things look for the Xbox right now.
“I can tell you, they are not; they’re upset,” Grubb said. “We’re just trying to diagnose it a little bit, right? You know, they didn’t release a first-party game last year, and if that doesn’t affect you if you always have something to play again, that’s awesome, but a lot of people do regret getting their Xbox.”
This news comes on the heels of the revelation that Xbox Series X|S sales have fallen year-over-year while the PlayStation 5 continues to carry the console sales market.
Xbox does have first-party games like Redfall and Starfield on the way this year that could turn things around. There’s also Forza Motorsport launching later this year that will add another first-party game to the Xbox lineup. Other games like Fable and Perfect Dark remain in early development and aren’t likely to be seen anytime soon.
What do you think of the current state of Xbox and the reports that Microsoft isn’t happy?
