Xbox CEO Addresses Physical Media for Next-Gen Console

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma spoke with the BBC about support for disc-based games on future hardware. She acknowledged that players love physical media while discussing the broad backlash to PlayStation's recent decisions. Sharma did not confirm plans for a disc drive in Project Helix, the next-generation Xbox console. She highlighted priorities of efficiency and affordability alongside performance for the upcoming hardware. Multiple reports note that Sharma sidestepped direct questions on whether the console would retain physical media options long term. She stated the company's job involves considering what is happening in the market.