So is XBOX an AI company or what? - WULFF DEN Podcast Ep 275

In this week's episode of the WULFF DEN Podcast, hosts AJ, Bob, and Will dive into a whirlwind of gaming news, starting with the controversial leadership shift at Xbox under new CEO Asha Sharma, who has brought in multiple AI veterans from her former Microsoft Core AI team. The hosts debate whether this signals Xbox’s transformation into an AI-first platform or a strategic pivot to focus on core gaming values like exclusives and console performance. They analyze the implications of retiring Xbox Copilot on console and mobile, while praising Sharma’s quick moves like lowering Game Pass prices and reaffirming Xbox’s commitment to a PC-hybrid console. The discussion expands to broader industry trends, including Call of Duty’s rumored exclusion of PS4, the future of console exclusives, and the evolving role of physical media. The hosts also explore the ongoing chaos surrounding Mind's Eye, dissecting the studio’s bizarre sabotage claims and failed DLC, while reflecting on the cultural moment of Grand Theft Auto 6’s anticipated release and its potential $80 price point. The episode closes with a deep dive into the Steam Controller’s controversial $100 price, its unique features, and the community’s mixed reactions.