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Xbox Rumored to Be Getting Rid of Console Exclusives. 'The Independent' reports that Xbox is getting ready for a major "update" that could include significant changes to how Microsoft makes and sells games. The rumored announcement has the potential to be one of the biggest changes in strategy since Microsoft first launched the Xbox over 20 years ago. The rumor is that Xbox will launch new games that were previously believed to be first-party exclusives on other consoles. The rumors include upcoming major releases like 'Starfield,' 'Sea of Thieves,' 'Hi-Fi Rush' and 'Indiana Jones and the Great Circle'. Microsoft has yet to comment on the rumors, other than promising an update on the topic in the near future. "We’re listening and we hear you. We’ve been planning a business update event for next week, where we look forward to sharing more details with you about our vision for the future of Xbox. Stay tuned." Phil Spencer, CEO of Microsoft Gaming, via 'The Independent'. Xbox has now announced that an update will be released on February 15. 'The Independent' reports that consumers have argued that doing away with exclusive releases will devalue the Xbox console and reduce competition with Sony. In response to the rumors, Microsoft has reassured staff that the company will continue making consoles. that involves multiple kinds of devices.”. Gaming reporter Shannon Liao wrote in a newsletter that Xbox staff were told that:, “Xboxes would continue to be part of a strategy that involves multiple kinds of devices.” THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT