TL;DR
- Microsoft has launched a new division called XP, led by Kayleen Walters, to expand the reach and global growth of Xbox franchises.
- The XP initiative aims to deepen fan connections and unlock new opportunities for communities to grow around core intellectual properties.
- The 'Pictures' and 'Products' pillars focus on expanding the brand through film, television, and authentic physical merchandise.
- The 'Places' and 'Partnerships' pillars focus on building community through live events, physical destinations, and collaborations with global brands.
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Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has officially announced XP, a dedicated new Xbox division led by Kayleen Walters as President. The new initiative is designed to align four strategic investment areas to "help Xbox franchises reach more people, create deeper connections with players and new fans, and unlock new opportunities for these fandoms to grow around the world."
While games remain at the absolute core of the Xbox brand, the XP division will focus on expanding these intellectual properties beyond the screen across four pillars:
- Xbox Pictures: Bringing Xbox worlds and characters to new audiences through film, television, and linear storytelling.
- Xbox Products: Creating authentic merchandise and physical products that let fans celebrate and express their love for their favorite franchises.
- Xbox Places: Bringing communities together through live events, immersive attractions, broadcasts, and physical destinations.
- Xbox Partnerships: Collaborating with creators, global brands, and community leaders to build new experiences, sponsorships, and brand activations.
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