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Xbox Shake-Up: Phil Spencer Exiting as CEO of Microsoft Games Group, Asha Sharma Set as Successor
- Phil Spencer exits as CEO of Microsoft Gaming, ending a long tenure with the company.
- Asha Sharma named successor to lead Microsoft Gaming, reporting to Satya Nadella.
- Spencer will remain in an advisory role through the summer to support the handoff.
- Matt Booty promoted to Chief Content Officer as part of the leadership shift.
- Sarah Bond to depart Microsoft as part of the executive changes.
- Sharma’s background includes leadership roles at Instacart and Meta, signaling a platform-focused approach.
- Microsoft Gaming remains home to major studios and titles across multiple platforms.
- Nadella praises Sharma’s experience and confirms the leadership change.
- Spencer’s memo emphasizes Xbox as a community beyond business.
- The transition includes a broader involvement from Microsoft leadership in gaming strategy.
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