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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 the team behind Football Manager 27. The long running franchise is back and better than ever with all of the info, stats, insights, and more you'll need to live out your football m... more

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On this episode of the Official XBOX Podcast, we've travelled to Infinity Ward to discuss the upcoming release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4! We're sitting down with the devs and diving into the details when it comes the campaign, multiplayer, an... more

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In this episode of the Official XBOX Podcast, we're bringing a bit more style and design to our lives, as we're sitting down with the teams behind the collaboration between XBOX and IKEA. We're checking out some of our favorite pieces of the collecti... more

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On this episode of the Official XBOX Podcast, we're joining the excitement and sitting down with the team behind Minecraft Dungeons II. We're finding out what's new, what's different, and what we can expect when we first step foot into Minecraft's ne... more

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Recent Guests

Ant Farley
Senior Features Manager at Sports Interactive who has worked at the studio for 18 years.
Sports Interactive
Episode: Football Manager 27: The Real World of Football Meets Your Digital Decisions | Official XBOX Podcast
Jack Mark
Infinity Ward developer discussing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4
Infinity Ward
Episode: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 w/Devs - Campaign, Multiplayer, DMZ, and More | Official XBOX Podcast
Philip DeLay
IKEA designer
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Episode: IKEA and XBOX YXSTABY Collection: How the Collaboration Came Together | Official XBOX Podcast
Carl Ledbetter
Xbox / Microsoft designer
Xbox (Microsoft)
Episode: IKEA and XBOX YXSTABY Collection: How the Collaboration Came Together | Official XBOX Podcast
Laura DeLorence
Design Director at Mojang
Mojang
Episode: Minecraft Dungeons II: The Sift, New Mechanics, Better Exploration, and More | Official XBOX Podcast
Ralph Fulton
From Playground Games, discussing Fable development and Gamescom demos
Playground Games
Episode: Fable: How Playground Games is Building Albion for a New Generation | Official XBOX Podcast
Matt Cerci
Creative Director for Gears of War E-Day
Gears of War E-Day team
Episode: Gears of War: E-Day Campaign - Brotherhood and Hope in a Hopeless World | Official XBOX Podcast
Raul Figueroa
Campaign Design Director
Gears of War E-Day team
Episode: Gears of War: E-Day Campaign - Brotherhood and Hope in a Hopeless World | Official XBOX Podcast
Kirsten Christman
Senior Director of Global Events for Blizzard
Blizzard Entertainment
Episode: BlizzCon 2026 Preview: We're So Back! | Official XBOX Podcast

Hosts

Malik Prince
Host of The Official Xbox Podcast
Tina Amini
Host of The Official Xbox Podcast
Jeff Rubenstein
Host of The Official Xbox Podcast

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Decent Xbox podcast listen to xonebros instead much better

    Great show with awesome host please use these host for games on type shows much better than other host

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Darv123
    United States2 months ago
  • Phenomenal!

    I love this podcast & hope to hear many more episodes to come!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MyqRuss
    United States4 months ago
  • I miss Larry…

    I always loved this Podcast, it was there for nearly my whole adult life. Crazy to think about it. But Larry is dearly missed… He is the part which glues everything together. I hope he returns someday.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Neopir
    Germany4 months ago
  • 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate insider access and thoughtful Xbox ecosystem discussions.
Overall sentiment ranges from highly positive about content depth to frustration when guests or topics skew toward marketing.
Some listeners miss the previous host lineup and prefer more gaming-focused content over corporate messaging.

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Football Manager 27: The Real World of Football Meets Your Digital Decisions | Official XBOX Podcast
Q: What would you suggest to someone who's never played before? How could they start a game of FM and learn the ropes most easily?
Farley says the game aims to make onboarding friendlier through tutorials and improved predictability, and recommends learning from creators' instructional videos. He adds that players need patience because good decisions do not guarantee a win, but seeing a team grow or an underdog upset a giant makes the experience rewarding.
Football Manager 27: The Real World of Football Meets Your Digital Decisions | Official XBOX Podcast
Q: And for someone who might not know exactly what this series is or what this genre is, how do you sum up something this wide ranging?
Farley describes Football Manager as a strategy simulation in which players handle the core responsibilities of a real manager, from transfers and training to tactics and budgets. Players can delegate tasks or manage every detail.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 w/Devs - Campaign, Multiplayer, DMZ, and More | Official XBOX Podcast
Q: What sets DMZ apart from other extraction games?
The developers describe DMZ as an action extraction shooter that keeps tension while making progression worthwhile whether players live or die, with accessible systems and persistent advancement.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 w/Devs - Campaign, Multiplayer, DMZ, and More | Official XBOX Podcast
Q: How did you land on focusing Modern Warfare 4 on the Korean Peninsula, and what authentically Korean elements did you want to capture?
The developers wanted a fresh setting and researched Korean culture, local details and the region's military context to make the setting feel authentic and grounded.
Fable: How Playground Games is Building Albion for a New Generation | Official XBOX Podcast
Q: What should fans expect next as Gamescom continues and post-event coverage rolls out?
There will be ongoing theater demos, behind-closed-doors combat demos for press, and continued updates via the game's official channels, website, and Discord for the latest gameplay and feature reveals.

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A long-running Xbox-focused show that blends news, interviews, and behind-the-scenes insights from within Microsoft/Xbox and partner studios. Episodes commonly feature deep dives with developers, executives, and industry guests, covering game announcements, showcases, feature design, and ecosystem strategy, with a strong emphasis on upcoming titles, hardware, and services. Noteworthy is the mix of inside access, candid development storytelling, and a willingness to discuss both big tentpole releases and niche indie projects, making it valuable for both fans and industry listeners. The show often highlights collaboration across studios, hands-on design perspectives, and previews of what's next for Xbox platforms and IPs, making it a useful f... more

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2. Jack Mark
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5. Laura DeLorence
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7. Matt Cerci
8. Raul Figueroa

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