What else do you want Microsoft to do though? They've introduced phenomenal new franchises such as Sunset Overdrive and the innovative Quantum Break, both supposed to be major sellers but they became mediocre sellers. Then they have another new IP with ReCore, priced $20 lower than standard new games and it sold just okay. But then they release Forza Motorsport, Forza Horizon, Gears and/or Halo and they sell a million the first day. So why does this author not factor in that no matter what Microsoft does the older franchises consistently do better than me ones?
I mean, with the exception of Ori & The Blind Forest, gamers are the ones deciding how many new IP Microsoft actually introduces. Not Microsoft Imo.
The story here is not why Microsoft is neglecting new franchises, its more about why gamers aren't picking them up.







