Xbox Was Worse Than We Thought - WAN Show July 10, 2026
Summary
The WAN Show hosts discuss Xbox’s massive restructuring, including 3,200 layoffs and studio closures, debating the ethics of Microsoft’s hiring versus Valve’s lean model. They analyze the future of the Halo franchise, criticizing recent adaptations while suggesting a canon reset. The episode also covers Steam’s refund policy impacts on indie developers, GOG’s stance on game ownership, and speculation on potential buyers for Xbox like NVIDIA or Amazon.
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