Phil Spencer: "Nintendo Is The Prime Asset for Us in Gaming"

Phil Spencer, in a released email, stated that Nintendo is the prize Microsoft wants to claim in the industry.

[italiangamer]

Nintendo already laughed in your face back in the day, you slimy lying snake.
Cancer of gaming = microsoft

[dRanzer]

Competition is good for industry. for any industry.
What Phill is doing is simply a disaster for the gaming industry
It's already starting to disgust us all

[Eonjay]

I am utterly blown away that people are just now realizing that Microsoft is trying to monopolize the entire game industry. I have never seen a group of people more mesmerized by PR.
Sure there is an entire toxic fanbase hellbent on the destruction of the PlayStation but I expected common sense and critical thinking to win the day. I was wrong.

[crazyCoconuts]

People should know based on MS's actions and shouldn't need internal emails.
But now, even the naive should see. Read the email in the article - it's clear. The only way for MS to stay relevant in the consumer space is gaming, so they'll keep buying until someone stops them.
I hate seeing Valve in that email, but of course it's never been off the table.

[FinalFantasyFanatic]

@crazyCoconuts,
Nintendo and Valve have their own set of problems/downsides, but I never want to see Microsoft acquire either of them, especially when you see the Xbox division's output. I would hope regulators would step in and prevent such a massive acquisition, at least Nintendo being a Japanese company would make it hard for Microsoft to buy them.

[outsider1624]

Inb4 one particular MS fanboy here praise MS and says this is the best acquisition ever and will dominate the gaming console market.

[peppeaccardo]

The unwritten rules of life:
1) Do not go in bed with your best friend's girlfriend
2) Do not drink cappuccino after 1pm
3) Do not buy Nintendo
I guess Phils was already done with the first two.

[neutralgamer1992]

Please don’t say that because to some Phil is the ultimate nice guy savior of Xbox brand. To most level headed people with common sense he is a two faced lying snake. He was mad at Sony for signing marketing deals and timed exclusive content, he spoke of giving more gamers the opportunity to play and not taking established games away from other platforms. Yet here we are. He was so scared that Sony may make a timed exclusive deal for starfield that he bought the whole publisher

Nintendo can’t be bought yes CAN’T even with MS resources. They will laugh at them again. American companies can chase the quick buck but Japanese companies are really different

Capcom
Square enix
Sega
Ubi
WB games
Koie techmo

And whatever else embracer will try to sell

By the end of this generation none of these will be independent. Now it’s only a matter of who buys them. MS wants all the content on the GP and just charge $24.99 for basic 30 days after release membership and $29.99 for premium day one games membership

Buy Xbox fanboys is in full force praising Phil every time

[Profchaos]

He's not the Messiah he's a very naughty boy. Old reference that'll probably go over most heads

But well said

[bunt-custardly]

@Profchaos, "The Life of Phil".

[Rhythmattic]

Always game on the Bright Side of life.

[Number1TailzFan]

Yeah IF they managed to own them. Looks like they are after Valve too, I mean Gabe is rich with Steam.. There's no way they'll allow themselves to be taken by MS surely?

On the plus side it would mean you'd get Nintendo games on a more powerful console & PC as well.. so that's kind of a win, but Nintendo are doing their own thing and are greedy in their own way. They're all greedy. Just some are not as bad as the others.

On second thought I wouldn't want MS turning Steam into a paid service.

[JusttJD0099]

Gabe hates Microsoft with a capital H.
Never gonna happen.

[Notellin]

He's 60 years old and been morbidly obese for the majority of his life. He won't be around forever and I fear when that day comes.

[crazyCoconuts]

Unlimited money has no limits. Gabe won't be there to play hardball forever

[VenomUK]

@JusttJD0099 Can Microsoft afford to drop $200 Billion to own Nintendo, its IP, and dominate gaming and collect all the revenue?

Yes it can.

People who were cheering the ABK as great for Xbox didn’t see the big picture, that it was a harbinger of Microsoft’s plan to use its Big Tech wealth to consolidate all that is good an holy into its arms. Is that really going to serve the gaming industry and fans best?

[VincentVanBro]

Patently untrue. He is an ex-Microsoft employee. He bashed the Ps3 as inferior and wouldn't even develop the Ps3 version of Orange Box internally, handing it off to EA. When pressed on television news he said he would buy the Series X over the Ps5. Now, I would absolutely DREAD the day that Steam is owned by MS, but Gabe doesn't hate Microsoft.

[crazyCoconuts]

One of the biggest problems with MS is they are horrible at making amazing products. Time and time again they buy or copy and the result ranges from mediocre to not good. They're the yin to Apple and Disney's yang.
There's almost no chance they would take something great like Nintendo and make it better. They don't have the first clue on how these companies make great products in the first place. I'm not sure they actually care at this point.

[CrashMania]

So much for being pro competition.

[phoenixwing]

It was all for pr they would take everyone's life savings if it were legal or they could get away with it

[ChasterMies]

Microsoft’s business was built on destroying competition.

[Aloymetal]

Stealing ideas and destroying yup 100%. This is why I've never supported/ bought any MS gaming console and never will.

[repsahj]

Don't know why fans still keep believing on their sht.

[Jin_Sakai]

“Microsoft even considered some hostile ways of getting Nintendo. Also trying to get valve”

Jesus! Trying to destroying the games industry one piece at a time.

[-Foxtrot]

Yeah people aren’t seeing this and letting fanboyism get in the way

There was already that leaked email when they talked about basically outbuying Sony as a way to win. They turned around and said it was part of old plans that never came to light yet they’ve bought Zenixmax and recently Activision

Ohhhh it’s happening…

[senorfartcushion]

Well no, N4G is absolutely more on the Sony side of things.

[LucasRuinedChildhood]

Are some people finally going to admit that this is a problem?

[MrDead]

I think it could be too late. MS has been given the green light to buy up the industry, they spend money on the right people to avoid consumer protections. When a company has as much money to buy favour as MS does there is very little that can be done... I hope I'm wrong about this.

[Charlieboy333]

They blew their load with Activision. After that and Zenimax they will have an extrememly hard time trying to buy up yet ANOTHER big publisher......they will no longer be able to deny their true aim and the regulatory bodies will have no choice but to agree that MS is trying to consolidate the gaming industry and put a stop to it.

[crazyCoconuts]

I'm guessing it's hard for some people to see past their team "winning". Like, they've been down for the first 3 quarters and now they're coming back! I can understand that emotion.
But they'd have to at least had some education on economics and how monopolistic behavior breaks capitalism to understand that this goes beyond two teams playing a game... it's like... breaking football. But if they've never taken econ how would they know?

[Petebloodyonion]

What problem?
the notion that companies like ppl access a situation before making an important purchase?

[Redemption-64]

I am seeing some Xbox fanboys celebrating on Twitter

[zeuanimals]

Celebrating what? Nintendo laughing in MS's face and how much of PR nightmare this leak is? Genuinely curious. I gotta see the pretzels they twist themselves into.

[Outside_ofthe_Box]

"Are some people finally going to admit that this is a problem?"

Nope.

They are blind fans. You literally had people saying that Microsoft's win against the FTC was the greatest day in gaming. They will say the same if they ever acquire Nintendo.

Once again people only look at the here and now of these moves and ignore the long term downsides of it.

[execution17]

🙄 after browsing Twitter and Facebook some people are too far gone and would rather have mediocrity over some top quality games

[gold_drake]

not surprised one bit, hes a snake

[S2Killinit]

MS are the cancer of consoles.

[Silly Mammo]

But I thought Phil was "one of us"? He's just a gamer at heart. Lol

[gold_drake]

yeh, a 25 mio. dollars worth gamer.

we all know where his priorities lie.

[phoenixwing]

I'm not surprised. The fact they think they can take over valve is cute though. They print money. Maybe not as much as Microsoft but it is more than they will be able to strong arm them.

[Hofstaderman]

Phil is smoking pubes if he believed Nintendo would sell lol

[tay8701]

Yah rhey already laughed in MS face before when they tried to buy them. Pipe dream, never going to happen.

[MrDead]

Oh look the biggest cancer to ever enter the gaming industry is proving it's self to be just that.
MS has been nothing but a drain to the gaming industry, a leech feeding off the back of everyone else's work.

[RauLeCreuset]

"The unfortunate (or fortunate for Nintendo) situation is that Nintendo is sitting on a big pile of cash, they have a BoD that until recently has not pushed for further increases in market growth or stock appreciation. I say 'until recently' as our former MS BoD member ValueAct has been heavily acquiring shares of Nintendo and I’ve kept in touch with Mason Morfit as he’s been acquiring. It’s likely he will be pushing for more from Nintendo stock which could create opportunities for us. Without that catalyst I don’t see an angle to a near term mutually agreeable merger of Nintendo and MS and I don’t think a hostile action would be a good move so we are playing the long game."

[gold_drake]

this right there.
the fact that theres already someone whos buying stock is crazy to me.

its even more crazy that Nintendo just lets this happen haha.
but, money talks. unfortunately.

[aaronaton]

If there are people out there that still own an Xbox (especially the Series S) i think its time to sell up and cut your losses asap. Those things are going to be worthless in a few years time.

[Becuzisaid]

When they bought Rare way back in the day they thought they were getting Donkey Kong. This has always been a dream of theirs.

[RupeeHoarder]

Microsoft buys Nintendo - all employees resign. There is zero chance this would be a smooth purchase and all the talent stays. Rare part 2. This would be incredibly sad because they would be destroying Nintendo franchises.

[VariantAEC]

It doesn't matter to MS because in their mind, like in the minds of Xbox fanboys right now, all MS wants... is to win.

[badz149]

where are the Microsoft cheerleaders now? aren't you guys going to cheer this up? or are you guys already having an intense orgasm just thinking about MS owning Nintendo??

[Crows90]

Even with all their new studios theyve yet to push a single succesful new IP.

Microsoft isnt competition. Its cancer for the gaming industry.
This is why I wont pay for gamepass. Use the points from microsoft edge rewards people! Very easy to get enough points for several months of gamepass.

[S2Killinit]

@badz149
Unfortunately, they are.

[ravens52]

🍿. I said Microsoft is single handedly going to destroy the gaming industry. Go ahead look at my past comments. I TOLD YOU. Youre right tho all hail MS right?

[Hypertension140]

90% of my comments are about this, I knew from the moment the purchased Bethesda what their ultimate plan was.
I never once cared about this stupid console war, but THIS and the fanboys cheering it truly brought out the asshole in me.
The pathetic fanboys telling me that xbox lives rent free in may head, well yes and THIS is why.
I'm I just supposed to ignore seeing game after game leave my platform of choice permanently

[VariantAEC]

I knew this back in the PS2 days.

[jznrpg]

Disgusting

[KwietStorm_BLM]

This is why the Activision buyout was so bad for the industry. So much emphasis and distraction was put on Call of Duty. Anyone with half a brain could see the writing on the wall. And all these countries just let it go through. CMA and FTC just sitting there shaking their heads.

[italiangamer]

The British CMA still has to decide whether to approve it or not, in fact if I'm not mistaken they have exactly 1 month to decide, deadline is 18th of October.

[S2Killinit]

The FTCs and CMAs are not capable of stopping these mega mergers. They couldn't even do it when the telecommunications companies were merging into mega corps. Its going to be a free for all merger and acquisitions in the gaming space after that Activision purchase. We are going to have some unsavory players coming soon to console business. (With MS as the linchpin)

[mkis007]

After BGS and Acti...not happening.

[Outside_ofthe_Box]

We'll see lol. Anything is possible at this point.

[tay8701]

Absolutely zero chance any major regulator would approve MS buying nintendo. Not going to happen. Also if they were to buy them, nearly everyone would resign. They would get all the ips, but who would make the games. Would be a tragedy to see MS destroy nintendos legacy though.

[Outside_ofthe_Box]

I hope you're right. I thought the same with Activision.

[mkis007]

Heck, would the Japan ftc even approve it?

[NotoriousWhiz]

It's funny (in a sad way) to think all the conspiracy theorists about Microsoft trying to take over the gaming industry were right. If Phil was a true gamer, he wouldn't be trying to buy Nintendo and Valve.

He even says he's willing to play the long game to do it.

I may have to make plans to pull out of the Xbox ecosystem altogether. It's sad because Xbox appears to making a lot of consumer friendly moves, but clearly their heart is in the wrong place, and it's likely going to turn into a full bait and switch at some point.

[zeuanimals]

Not exactly a conspiracy theory if that's been MS's MO in every other industry, why not gaming?

[Outside_ofthe_Box]

It was never a 'conspiracy theory' though. First they purchase a 3rd party publisher in Zenimax, then they buy one of the BIGGEST if not the biggest 3rd party publisher in Activision which has never been done before in the history of gaming. It was obvious after that what Microsoft is trying to do but blind fans where just ignoring it. Now we know Nintendo is their ultimate goal which would remove a 1st party player from the market. And obviously they would acquire more in between that 'ultimate goal'
as well. But I'm talking anti ms conspiracy talk, nevermind me.

[-Foxtrot]

Not to mention you take out Nintendo along with other third party developers and you automatically push Sony into a tight corner

Sony would either slowly perish where MS would scoop up their IPs, turn into an awful GaaS focused company to try and stay afloat or submit to MS in a deal which doesn’t really benefit them.

So really if they get Nintendo, Sony would be next, and that’s f***** terrifying because this sounds like what MS talked about in those leaked emails from 2019.

[anast]

He likes Nintendo because he just bought Bethesda and they don't take advantage of current gen. tech.

[Note: Because of the bubble system, I will just leave my comments and move on. Message me for whatever reason. ]

[LiViNgLeGaCY]

Ok, this is just getting scary now.

[Ristul]

Indeed, Nintendo is one of few reasons I even enjoy gaming still, if Microsoft were to buy them I'm not sure this hobby is for me anymore.

[S2Killinit]

Wow what scumbags. Fu&k MS. The cancer of console gaming.

[Soulsborne]

Cancer.

[jznrpg]

I’ve known and said MS is the bane of the gaming industry. After I saw their plans starting to take shape with Kinect, Xbox One it was clear and now Zenimax, ABK plus this there is indisputable proof that they are trying to destroy gaming as we know it and be in total control of it which would ruin gaming forever.

I refuse to buy any MS products period.

[Petebloodyonion]

Well, It's nice to see that the majority of ppl in the comment didn't take the time to read the damn letter because if they did they would have read 1 important thing that change the whole narrative of MS trying to monopolize the whole industry, etc. etc. etc.

1) It's dated August 2020 before the MS and Zennimax merger announcement.

Now color me crazy but I'm pretty sure that establishing What we need, what we want, what's available, pros, cons, and costs before making a big purchase isn't a new thing.

In the end, MS decided a month after to purchase Zennimax (Bethesda).

[BehindTheRows]

The issue for most is not what’s happened thus far - it’s the fact that this is where their heads are regardless. And Phil said, long after 2020, to expect more acquisitions.

People’s worries are palpable.

[Petebloodyonion]

How do you know what's MS's plan or Sony's plan in 2023 and beyond?

MS mentioned that they tried to talk to Nintendo about buying them in the past and they laugh
And you are surprised that Nintendo is the top name when MS is listing what they are looking for?

And yes MS mentioned to expect more acquisitions they have made a move on Activision.

[S2Killinit]

No we read it. But we didn't have green goggles on.

It doesn't get any more clear than this. Its right there.

But I guess as long as its from 3 years ago, you are ok with it, and we should be too. $: SMH

[Petebloodyonion]

When I bought a house I made the same process of evaluating the ideal house, my budget, and what was available before making a move.
I did the same exact thing when I bought my car, my PC, my Home theater system, etc.

But MS is evil for doing the exact same process before the Bethesda acquisition?
You now are surprised that MS would list Nintendo as the top prize when it's already public knowledge that MS tried buying them in the past and Nintendo laughed at them.
https://www.theverge.com/20...

I'm wondering if I have green goggles on or if some ppl have their usual MS hate goggles on.

[IamFrasierCrane]

^this guy just compared himself buying a singular house to MS monopolizing the gaming industry lmao.

[BlackTar187]

Pete is paid by MS for damage control

[Petebloodyonion]

@IamFrasierCrane

Nope this guy actually knows the concept of the "Buyer Decision Process" a simple concept that you learn in marketing, management, etc.
Something that, if you knew, is perfectly replicated in this letter up to stage 3 out of 5 (4 - making a purchase and 5 post-purchase behavior).

@Blacktar
It's not defending MS it's actually learning to understand that this letter was a normal step in any making decisions or plans of a company before they acquire Bethesda.
But I Guess by looking at the answer that nobody cares since the narrative of MS is evil has been well-established way the release of this letter in 2020 and this is just some false proof in trying to show suddenly that a company has a hidden agenda after making the said acquisition in the letter.

[BlackTar187]

MS has been evil for their entire history. The stuff MS fans are willing to overlook to keep rooting for the team is gross.

[VariantAEC]

@Petebloodtonion
What you don't understand is that MS is trying to buy their neighbor's house... while they're still living in it despite their neighbors showing no intrest of leaving even after it is purchased. Then MS is looking at their next neighbor's home and the next, and the next, and the next. MS isn't satisfied until they own not just the block not just the city or county or the even the state... they want the whole nation. Their next step, buy the whole world.

MS said, back before releasing the OG Xbox, that they intended to sell 1 Billion consoles. That isn't a typo. This is the single-line focused "WIN-WIN-WIN!" mentality MS had before even jumping into the gaming market 22 years ago.

They tried copying PD's massively successful GT series (FM23 launching next month), they tried copying PS EyeToy with Kinect they tried copying PS2's ridiculous flexibility and graphical prowess (despite limited specs) with a more powerful system (that launched too early and wound up being weaker) that being Xbox 360. MS has tried it all but never in ernest because all MS thinks about is winning.

It's not about what consumers (gamers and devs yes they are also consumers from the business' perspective) want or how to best move technology forward or where to take gaming next... that's PlayStation's job and really taking Sony's PS is MS' endgame which is why they are moving to take a controlling stake of Nintendo next.
If Nintendo were the dream PS would be on the list and they are, but not even in these emails because beating PS is Xbox's endgame.

[Outside_ofthe_Box]

Are saying that they are no longer interested in buying Nintendo because this letter was dated in 2020 before they bought Zenimax and Activision?

[Petebloodyonion]

In a world where there are no commercial rules and regulations, the answer would be a YES without a doubt, but that's not the world we live in.

Today MS owns Bethesda and is fighting CMA and FTC to buy Activision
So tell me one good reason why would MS try to purchase Nintendo.

[Outside_ofthe_Box]

"So tell me one good reason why would MS try to purchase Nintendo"

Same reason they bought Bethesda and Activision? When Activision deal finally goes through, I think anything is possible imo. In my opinion, this deal obviously shouldn't go through, yet it will. Them having to fight for it to happen won't change a thing or make them steer clear of major acquisitions. They will just do a 10 year for all platforms to shut up the judges and then do whatever they want after.

[Ristul]

Yes, I'm sure Microsoft is done with its acquisitions.
/s

[-Foxtrot]

Oh please

Peoples long term goals don’t just suddenly change

They said they wanted to out buy Sony in 2019, said it then wasn’t a thing anymore as it was old talk then go and buy two of the biggest publishers in gaming…

Don’t be blind…you know it could happen

[BehindTheRows]

They clearly are on an acquisition spree and big pubs are who they are targeting. This is easy to see if you've been paying attention. You call it "MS hate", but there are legit concerns attached to the huge number of leaks from the past 24 hours. This is on top of other leaks within the past year thanks to the CMA/FTC trials/situation.

You said: "So tell me one good reason why would MS try to purchase Nintendo".

The answer: "Nintendo Is The Prime Asset for Us in Gaming".

Why not ask them?

[Petebloodyonion]

And did MS went buying Nintendo or bought the option B (zennimax)?

Honestly, I'm wondering if ppl know a little about the decision process in companies.
Like do you expect that when Sony bought Bungie, Jim Ryan said hey let's buy Bungie today and that was it?
Of course not, the same damn Buyer decision process was used and probably Sony mentioned that EA or Ubisoft was the prime candidate for always online gaming but out of reach, they evaluated potential candidates and they end up with Bungie.

Now I don't know MS's future ambitions but, what I do know is that that MS followed protocol before purchasing Zennymax and would probably face a bigger legal battle if they tried to buy Nintendo.

[BehindTheRows]

You're proposing all of this to people who READ THEIR GODDAMNED WORDS. Nintendo is, IS, an important asset for them. That didn't just sink into Never Never Land.

And yeah, acquisitions are going to continue. That's the damn point and why people are bothered by it. I thought I made this crystal clear. Not sure why you're trying to imply that I argued otherwise by posting that nonsense about Jim Ryan and Bungie. My argument was LITERALLY that all these leaks provide worrying implications of future publisher deals.

[shinoff2183]

I think your missing the point Pete.

[Petebloodyonion]

The only point I'm missing is how come a normal buyer process done in 2020 before the announcement of MS buying Bethesda suddenly showed us today a new hidden agenda?

Perhaps some ppl could tell me what we have learned today that shows us that MS is lying to us in 2023 and how they will be able to buy Nintendo after buying Bethesda (the option that MS took instead of Nintendo), especially when MS is currently facing problems with the ABK deal.

[S2Killinit]

@Pete
They are literally telling you how they operate. Its as clear as it is ever going to be. They literally say they are after acquisition &mergers of large chunks of the industry. And here you are trying to defend them.

[maniacmayhem]

Pete, you are absolutely right, unfortunately you are literally arguing with people that hate Xbox and on top of that, have no idea how the business world works and the entirety of their argument is "MS is evil". They see one letter of intent with hypothetical purchase possibilities (that never came true) and they go wild with the "MS is a monopoly" comments.

They would probably be in utter shock if they knew that Sony, Embracer, Tencent, and anyone else buying studios in the history of the industry have the same emails circulating among their own executives with the exact same propositions in mind.

But try explaining this or educating folks and it's always the ignorant response of "Stop defending MS!!"

[hiroyukisanada]

Been warning y'all about the persona that is "Good Guy Phil" for yeeeaarrrss. A wolf in sheep's clothing, folks.
His fanboys won't matter how much damage he does to the industry as long as they get more games on their precious Gamepass.
Now you see they are completely phasing out the Disc based Xbox altogether once their refresh hits.
Just going to the exact same idea they had for Xbox one, digital, online-only via subscription.
I'll give them credit for marketing it as gamings saving grace to the same folks who were so adamantly against this exact logic.

[RNTody]

Tell me you want to monopolise and canabilise the gaming industry without telling me you want to monopolise and canabilise the industry.

[artgamer]

A pox on this company, and anybody wilfully working there actively aiding them in destroying this industry.

Screw it, a pox on anyone wilfully putting money into their pockets at this point.

A pox on all y'all.

[S2Killinit]

They want to end Nintendo consoles. Wow wow wow interesting.

[senorfartcushion]

Go away you disease.

Nintendo are the last bastion of literal 'videogame creators.'

[northpaws]

That's it, I won't be buy anymore Xbox or paying for Gamepass after my subscription expires. Disgusting.

[LastAvenger]

How would anyone like it if a corporation like say Walmart bought up all the gaming industry so no matter what you play you have to have a subscription to Walmart 🤮. Okay now just replace the word Walmart with Microsoft. Still with me?

[hennessey86]

Why are people surprised, they are getting their asses handed to them by Sony.

[VincentVanBro]

Dear god no, Nintendo is far better on its own

[hiawa23]

No surprise. MS seems to be doing or attempting to do what many companies do with $$$$$$$. Sony might need to get their money up.

[Profchaos]

Delusional pure and simple Nintendo does things differently they don't need your hardware.

[Kneetos]

Funny thing is that he thinks buying Nintendo will help get a leg up on Sony

Sony is so far ahead of the competition in every major market except Asia, that buying Nintendo won't help, and will more likely damage Japanese relations if it ever went through

[VariantAEC]

Bingo!

For 22 years MS has only been competing with PS. Everything Xbox does is a riff on what PS already did. Sometimes Xbox is first and ultimately Xbox is the reason GaaS games like PS' upcoming stuff is supposed to go 50/50 with HQSP games and GaaS games. Even Nintendo has GaaS games like Splatoon! Yet all the Nintendo fanboys won't even admit that Xbox has had a negative influence on Nintendo.

Ultimately with these corporate secrets now out in the open... I hope Nintendo and PS return to their business as usual selves.

[Markusb33]

xb the worst thing to happen to gaming

[mastershredder]

"Buy it all, they will love us...we will make them... eventually. Even if we have to buy up the entire market, we'll force our way into their homes one way or another." lolz

Your brand reeks of greed, pandering, betrayal, backstabbing, and obvious insincerity.

Basically, they are the pushy douchey sales bro, and whatever they are selling is the bestest, and you should buy their extended warranty program while you are at it.

Go get wrecked Phil/MS. I bet Nintendo would gladly fall on a sword over and over again before letting your pimply Pillsbury doughy ass touch it. F you and your dominant can-be-only-one business model.

[PRIMORDUS]

This is reminding me when "The U.S. government accused Microsoft of illegally maintaining its monopoly position in the personal computer" back in 2001 but instead of computers it looks like they want game companies they can buy and even try buying out Nintendo.

[VariantAEC]

Good thing MS finally dropped out of the iPod and mobile phone markets.

[PRIMORDUS]

Well I don't think they would make much of a dent if they even stayed in the market. 😁 It would still only be Android and iPhone with MS in a distance third. What I want to see is the US Government look into more of what they are doing and this time, really hurt them, as in forcing them to pay a massive fine in the billions and also putting a ban on any more companies to buy out, because they way I see it, they are trying to create a monopoly

[ChiefofLoliPolice]

Jesus man...I have said this many times I have absolutely no respect for what MS is doing. Consolidating the gaming industry is bad for competition and the gamers. MS is just throwing money everywhere they can instead of using that money to build new studios, talent, and experiences from the ground up.

You hardcore Xbox gamers need to stand up too. This will be bad for you in the long run if MS keeps consolidating the industry. Look at Embracer Group right now and the quality of the games from the studios that are under it...that should be a good indicator that this is the WRONG direction to go.

Sure it may look good to getting exclusive after exclusive but your going to see the quality in games drop and best believe game pass will be even more expensive when you consider MS wants day one AAA games.

When there is no competition gamers and game franchises always suffer. Look at sports games for example (Madden is a PERFECT example). Going after Nintendo trying to play the long game is sinister. We need Nintendo in the gaming industry as one of the big three. And trying to go after Valve too???? Going way to fucking far Phil.

Its already bad enough they want to go at Nintendo AGAIN but Valve too??! Jesus H Christ...

[Rockstar]

Good guy Phil!

[Soy]

As if Sony wouldn't say the same thing if they had the money and opportunity.

[UltimateRacer]

MS and Phil = Scummy Bastards, they simply can’t just leave things the way they are.

[Chocoburger]

I stopped supporting Microsoft after the 2013 Xbox One DRM fiasco. I told myself that I wouldn't forgive them unless they made up for those transgressions, but instead of improving and becoming a better company, they are continuously sunking further and further into despicable scummery.

Its been 10 years now, and I'm still proud of my choice. I'm never going back.

[S2Killinit]

Looks like MS has a trojan horse investor inside Nintendo.