Phil Spencer bids farewell to Xbox after 38 years at Microsoft with an emotional message to the community

The executive confirms his withdrawal and shows his support for the new CEO of Microsoft Gaming.

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Phil Spencer has officially said goodbye to Xbox. After confirming his departure, the former head of the brand has shared a personal message in which he reviews his career and thanks for the support received during almost four decades at Microsoft.

In his statement, Spencer explains that after 38 years at the company, he has decided to close this chapter and start a new one in his life. A moment that, in his own words, has allowed him to reflect on the path he has taken since he started as an intern in 1988.

Phil Spencer’s farewell message after his departure from Xbox

Spencer acknowledges that he never imagined the journey his career would take when he started at Microsoft, and thanks the joint work with developers, partners, colleagues, and players. He also dedicates a few words to the community, ensuring that it has meant more to him than he can express.

In his farewell, he also shows his confidence in Asha Sharma, who will take over as CEO of Microsoft Gaming. He highlights her curiosity, commitment, and the solidity of the teams that surround her, indicating that Xbox is in good hands for the next few years.

• “After 38 years at Microsoft, it’s time for me to retire and start the next chapter of my life.”

• “It’s rare in life to know when a chapter closes, but for me, that moment has arrived.”

• “Thinking about my beginnings as an intern in 1988, I never would have imagined the path I had ahead of me.”

• “I’ve been fortunate to work with passionate creators, partners, colleagues, and players who made this job full of joy.”

• “This community has meant more to me than I can express in words.”

• About Asha Sharma:
  “I’m excited to see Asha Sharma take on the role of CEO.”
  “Seeing her engage with curiosity and a genuine desire to strengthen what we’ve built gives me confidence in the future of Xbox.”

• “I’ll keep doing what has always been important to me: supporting the teams that drive this industry and playing alongside this incredible community.”

• “See you online.”

Far from completely disconnecting from the sector, Spencer states that he will continue to support the teams that drive the industry and will keep playing alongside the community. His message concludes with a clear phrase: “See you online”, thus closing a historic chapter for Xbox.