Xbox’s Brutal ‘Reset’ + Who Bought State of Decay 3 and Senua? – Unlocked 749
Summary
Host Ryan McCaffrey is joined by Khalif Adams and Brian Altano to discuss Microsoft’s massive Xbox restructuring, which includes 3,200 layoffs and the sale of studios like Ninja Theory and Undead Labs. The hosts speculate on potential buyers for these franchises, suggesting 2K for State of Decay 3 and Epic Games for Ninja Theory. They also analyze Double Fine’s return to independence, debating whether a new Psychonauts game or a Nintendo acquisition is their best path forward.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Alienware and Quince
Microsoft layoffs and studio closures
Analysis of Activision Blizzard acquisition
IO Interactive history and Factor/Progressive ads
Potential buyers for Undead Labs and Double Fine
Bethesda's new structure and Shopify ad
Physical media, online requirements, and console wars
Game Pass performance and future strategy
Outro, Ken Levine interview, and Humble Bundle
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