Microsoft Seeks Developer Feedback to Boost Xbox Game Development

The tech giant aims to understand why some studios prefer competitors and improve its tools and services.

Microsoft is expanding its Xbox Research team to gather feedback from game developers, including those not currently developing for Xbox.
The initiative aims to address pain points and improve tools and services by directly engaging with game creators.
Principal user researcher Dr. Deborah Hendersen emphasizes the value of insights from developers using competitor products.
Delays in third-party releases on Xbox, such as Baldur’s Gate 3 and Capcom’s fighting game collections, highlight the need for this feedback.
US-based developers can sign up now, with plans to expand recruitment to more countries in the future.