Recent revelations from Microsoft’s internal documents in the FTC v. Microsoft case have illuminated the company’s expansive vision for the gaming industry. Plans include launching the next Xbox console by 2028, remastering classics like The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion and Fallout 3, and the development of unannounced games such as a new Doom installment and Dishonored 3. Additionally, there were discussions within Microsoft about acquiring major players like Nintendo and Sega.
Xbox’s Interest in Nintendo and Sega
One email exchange highlighted Xbox’s strong interest in acquiring Nintendo, with Xbox boss Phil Spencer considering Nintendo as “THE prime asset for us in gaming.” While these discussions did not materialize into a deal, they shed light on Microsoft’s ambitious goals in the gaming realm.
