Video Games Weekly: Every time this industry grows, it shrinks
Briefly

In a recent interview, Phil Spencer, CEO of Microsoft Gaming, highlighted the troubling trend of the video game industry's projected decline. He indicated that to appease shareholders, companies feel pressured to achieve constant growth, which often results in cost-cutting measures such as layoffs. Spencer's comments reflect a reality where financial performance is prioritized above all else, raising concerns about the industry's future stability as it shifts towards increased scrutiny over costs. He underscored the need for businesses to remain profitable within the competitive environment of video games.
Phil Spencer expresses concern for the industry regarding its projected decline in players and revenue, emphasizing the pressure on publicly traded companies to demonstrate growth and cut costs.
Spencer states that the industry's downward trajectory forces executives to prioritize financial performance, resulting in layoffs as a means to satisfy shareholders and maintain profitability.
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