Xbox CEO Asha Sharma addressed rumors about the division during an interview with The New York Times by confirming that the brand will not be put on the market. The statement arrives during a period of corporate restructuring, studio reassignments, and layoffs within Microsoft.
- Asha Sharma confirmed Xbox is not for sale in an interview with The New York Times
- The announcement follows company restructuring, studio reassignments, and layoffs under Microsoft
- Leadership plans to pursue a long-term strategy with the brand rather than divesting it
Long-term strategy with Microsoft
Sharma confirmed the platform stays under the corporate umbrella while leadership evaluates future operations.
"XBOX is not for sale."
Asha Sharma, CEO
"We will do whatever it takes to set the company up for success, and we will look at the right partnerships, the right operating model, and everything needed to achieve that."
Asha Sharma, CEO
Future partnerships and operations
Executives intend to review operating models and potential business alliances to support the brand.
"We’ve got a long way to go with Microsoft, and we’re going to take the long-term view."
Asha Sharma, CEO
