Xbox is in danger. Will Microsoft fix it or kill it? [opinion post]

Microsoft's Xbox division faces significant leadership changes with the retirement of Phil Spencer and the departure of Sarah Bond, signaling a major shift in strategy. Asha Sharma, an AI executive with no gaming background, has been appointed as the new head of Microsoft Gaming. The changes come as Xbox struggles to keep pace with competitors like Sony and Nintendo, despite significant investments in acquisitions and cloud gaming. The division's focus on mobile and cloud gaming has faced regulatory hurdles and has not yielded the expected growth. The future direction under Sharma remains uncertain, but there are indications of a potential shift towards prioritizing the console and improving execution of existing strategies.