Well that's fucking lovely.
- Phil Spencer is out. Sarah Bond is out.
- The new Xbox CEO ran Microsoft's AI division.
- Before that, COO at Instacart and VP at Meta.
Zero gaming background.
It’s rare in life to know when a chapter is closing, but after 38 years at Microsoft, that moment has arrived for me. I’ve made the decision to retire and begin the next chapter of my life. It’s a milestone that’s given me a chance to reflect on the incredible journey I’ve been fortunate enough to share with so many of you.
Phil Spencer is retiring as the CEO of Microsoft Gaming effective immediately.
Asha Sharma from Microsoft will take over as CEO.
Sarah Bond will depart Xbox.