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The Official Xbox Podcast

Official Xbox Podcast
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* * The only podcast directly from Xbox at Microsoft * * Previously known as Major Nelson Radio Join Malik Prince, Tina Amini, Jeff Rubenstein and industry experts from inside Xbox as they discuss the latest Xbox news, share interviews with top gaming and technology personalities and give you a first hand glimpse into what it is like to work at Xbox and Microsoft. This is the only Xbox Podcast str... more

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On this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're sitting down with none other than Hamaguchi san to discuss everything you need to know about the upcoming Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade. And once you're done watching the episode, make sure to... more

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It's one of the biggest nights in gaming, and on this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we are in Los Angeles and getting ready for The Game Awards. Matt Booty is here along with a who's-who of guests, including Guillaume Provost, Feargus Urquhar... more

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're visiting Obsidian Entertainment as they're getting ready to release their awesome action RPG, The Outer Worlds 2. We're diving deep into Arcadia and learning all about each faction's unique and reac... more

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In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're in Tokyo, Japan, and we're sitting down with the folks from Team Ninja and PlatinumGames to discuss the return of the legendary series, Ninja Gaiden 4. We're diving deep into the visceral, fast-pace... more

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Recent Guests

Naoki Hamaguchi
Director of the Final Fantasy VII Remake Series
Square Enix
Episode: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade w/Naoki Hamaguchi | Official Xbox Podcast
Matt Booty
Head of Xbox Game Studios
Xbox Game Studios
Episode: The Game Awards 2025 Pre-Show w/Matt Booty And Guests | Official Xbox Podcast
Guillaume Provost
Studio Head and Founder of Compulsion Games
Compulsion Games
Episode: The Game Awards 2025 Pre-Show w/Matt Booty And Guests | Official Xbox Podcast
Ahmed Best
Performance and Voice Director for South of Midnight
Compulsion Games
Episode: The Game Awards 2025 Pre-Show w/Matt Booty And Guests | Official Xbox Podcast
Feargus Urquhart
Studio Head of Obsidian Entertainment
Obsidian Entertainment
Episode: The Game Awards 2025 Pre-Show w/Matt Booty And Guests | Official Xbox Podcast
Leonard Boyarsky
Creative Director of The Outer Worlds 2
Obsidian Entertainment
Episode: The Outer Worlds 2: Fanatical Factions and Reactive Radios | Official Xbox Podcast
Masakazu Hirayama
Director of Ninja Gaiden 4
Platinum Games
Episode: Ninja Gaiden 4: Legacy Evolved for a New Era | Official Xbox Podcast
Yuji Nakao
Director and Producer of Ninja Gaiden 4
Team Ninja
Episode: Ninja Gaiden 4: Legacy Evolved for a New Era | Official Xbox Podcast
Mikey Spano
Creative Director and Art Director at Squanch Games
Squanch Games
Episode: High on Life 2: Wise-cracking Weaponry is Back!| Official Xbox Podcast

Hosts

Malik Prince
Host and engaging speaker on gaming trends and Xbox news.
Ethan Rothenbaum
Co-host and passionate game enthusiast.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Marketing speak

    I just listened to the latest episode on Helldivers. Complete marketing and corporate speak.

    It has gone seriously downhill since Larry left.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Hundred reasons
    United States4 months ago
  • Not what it used to be

    Larry leaving really drove this podcast to just be a big ad show. Constant business talk from people who don’t sound enthusiastic about playing games, just trying to sell you on them. The worst stuff is the constant AI talk now that Microsoft is forcing them to talk about it like that isn’t causing the death of Xbox with them cutting back after dumping endless amounts of money into useless “AI”.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    KLSKRT
    United States4 months ago
  • Ok

    Hyvä että Majuri Nelson ei oo enää mukana.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    mikkoajt
    Finlanda year ago
  • Would love to listen to Apple Podcasts on my Xbox

    ♾️/5 stars, really immersive and informative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jmrn19
    United States2 years ago
  • Schlecht

    Xbox spielen nur gering Verdiener

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JO1.0JO
    Germany2 years ago

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The content is often seen as engaging and enjoyable, especially when industry experts are featured.
There's some criticism regarding a perceived shift towards a more corporate tone post-personnel changes.
Listeners appreciate the insider perspective and authenticity, considering it a valuable source of Xbox-related news.
Some emphasize a preference for the podcast to remain focused on gaming enthusiasts rather than corporate marketing.

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Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade w/Naoki Hamaguchi | Official Xbox Podcast
Q: What is the one thing that you're personally most excited for players to get to experience when they play this for the first time?
The team is excited to bring the legacy of Final Fantasy VII to Xbox players and provide a new emotionally moving experience.
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade w/Naoki Hamaguchi | Official Xbox Podcast
Q: What would you tell a newcomer to maybe the Final Fantasy franchise who may be picking this up for the first time?
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade and the Remake series is definitely a great starting point, as it has a deep enriching story that reimagines the original with modern technology.
The Game Awards 2025 Pre-Show w/Matt Booty And Guests | Official Xbox Podcast
Q: Can you talk about the studio's commitment to ensuring that as many people as possible could enjoy this story?
It's not just making the game for everyone; it's about comfort. Our ability to adapt to individual experiences is what we strive for.
The Game Awards 2025 Pre-Show w/Matt Booty And Guests | Official Xbox Podcast
Q: Matt, do you mind sticking around?
Yes, of course. That's great.
The Game Awards 2025 Pre-Show w/Matt Booty And Guests | Official Xbox Podcast
Q: What are you seeing with Call of Duty that you can share today?
I'm really proud of what the team delivered, right? With a franchise like that, you've got to stay in it, you've got to keep moving the franchise forward.

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1. Naoki Hamaguchi
2. Matt Booty
3. Guillaume Provost
4. Ahmed Best
5. Feargus Urquhart
6. Leonard Boyarsky
7. Masakazu Hirayama
8. Yuji Nakao

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