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Defining Duke, Episode 169 | The "Death Of Xbox" Rumors Are Swirling AGAIN... - What's Going On?
🕑 Added 2024-03-28 16:01:01 +0000 UTCWe're at the point in Xbox's lifespan where the sensitivity is at an all time high. By that, we mean that the reaction to certain pieces of news is heightened considerably and is leading to even a singular comment spiraling into chaos. That's just what happened this week when, once again, we hear how Xbox is struggling. This time, it hails from the EU region where Christopher Dring states that a major game publisher questions the support of the platform in general. Naturally, this has been spun and applies to every conceivable developer under the sun. The Dukes approach this from two angles. For starters, how can Xbox escape the rumor mill and begin controlling the narrative? Is there something they can do to wipe away the doubt that gives legs to simple murmurring? Secondly, if true, what does this mean for Xbox? Separately, comments from Phil Spencer have indicated that extra money could be sought out in other areas of the industry. From Windows Central claiming an Xbox handheld prototype is in the works and Phil Spencer's recent interview signaling an infatuation with the Xbox handheld idea, it seems that their hardware push is far from over. Phil also spoke to bringing digital storefront like Epic Games Store and Itch.io to Xbox. Is the long term vision and all encompassing box full of all your games from all platforms? As always, it's never a sure bet with Xbox, but the Dukes do their digging nonetheless.
Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Intro
0:17:43 - Microsoft Rewards shutting down
0:24:55 - Xbox is integrating Battle Net with Game Pass?
0:37:57 - Phil Spencer wants to bring Epic Games Store to Xbox
0:51:58 - Sea Of Thieves is getting a massive update for its PS5 launch
0:54:49 - Marvel 1943 launches in 2025
0:58:07 - Marvel Rivals announced
1:07:09 - Grounded's final update gets detailed
1:16:08 - Xbox reaches an agreement with Toys For Bob
1:17:38 - SMT V new date
1:18:36 - Shinji Mikami's new studio accidentally leaked
1:22:40 - Yoshi-P teases FF16 for Xbox
1:25:58 - Resident Evil 9 may go open world
1:32:13 - Sonic Heroes is getting a remake in 2025?
1:38:06 - Star Wars Outlaws rated in multiple regions
1:41:53 - What We're Playing
2:25:51 - Elder Scrolls VI is playable
2:30:28 - Xbox is prototyping a handheld
2:48:44 - Developers are apparently wondering why they're supporting Xbox
3:07:52 - Game Pass Pick Of The Week
3:14:33 - Ending Questions
Comments
Felipe Brazao Farinha Carvalhaes
By now, I hear Tekken, I just straight up skip the next 20 minutes.
Mr. Scott If You're Nasty
I'd have to agree, although the God of War might have been a 90 for me...
David P
I also never did the tedious gamepass tasks. All I did was max out my searches all day every day and do the weekly rewards. Now the searches have a timer that limits how often it will count for points
David P
Maddy saying you probably won't walk away with $20 a month when I'd get just that... I've redeemed over $500 in rewards points up until the nerf since the beginning of this gen
Guybrush Threepwood
the rewards system is undergoing shrinkflation, just like everything else.
Subeg
If I’m being fair and in my humble opinion, playstation hasn’t had a “90+” overall this generation either.
Jordan Falduto
9 out of 10 doctors say putting your dukes up will block out the haters
Daniel
I'ma keep stumping for Brad.
Knightsofray
Love the show guys but I think it’s past time to just say “I’m still playing Tekken” and just move on
Gonçalo Ferreira
“I don’t rush to defend Xbox” hahaha Also Cog let’s be objective here if you actually want to be objective. In 2024, Xbox is getting outsold worldwide almost 4:1 by PlayStation. That’s being objective. Those are the facts. This has consequences, and Chris Dring is also coming around to the fact that yeah this has consequences. Gamepass also affects overall attach ratio, which also has consequences.
Grimm Carousel
This show as a whole feels like it is running on fumes anymore. Summon sign supplanted it a while ago.
Tyler Stimson
What specifically was astounding about their supposed apologia?
Somebody Told Me by The Killers - Breakin’ my back just to suck my dick, cuz women ain’t close in a place like this
Spicy Soulja incoming
ByWatterson
The apologia in this episode is astounding.
Full Metal Sween
These titles are becoming insufferable. LSM looking real weak lately and it's bleeding into The Snark Tank. You guys ever think that less is more?
A Hind D
Let’s go!
Jorge Hernandez
Dustin getting wild out here with Duke thumbnails too.
