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Microsoft Reportedly Sets Aggressive 30% Profit Target for Xbox Division, Exceeding Industry Norms

According to reports, Microsoft has implemented an ambitious 30% profit margin goal for its Xbox gaming division, a figure that sources indicate far exceeds the industry standard. This directive, reportedly set by Microsoft’s CFO, has allegedly influenced decisions to cancel projects and shift resources, raising questions about the division’s strategic direction.

Ambitious Financial Targets

Microsoft has reportedly set a challenging profit margin goal for its Xbox gaming division, a target that sources indicate is significantly higher than the industry average. According to a Bloomberg report, the tech giant implemented an “across-the-board goal” of 30 percent profit margins in 2023. The report states that Microsoft refers to these internally as “accountability margins.”

by Tyler Brooks P.EOctober 23, 2025November 2, 2025

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Battlefield 6 Shatters Call of Duty Player Records with 750K Concurrent Launch

Battlefield 6 has launched with record-breaking numbers, reaching 747,440 concurrent players on Steam and surpassing Call of Duty’s franchise records. The massive player count demonstrates strong engagement despite server queues, with EA implementing systems to maintain stability during peak demand.

Battlefield 6 has made gaming history by shattering Call of Duty’s concurrent player records with nearly 750,000 players at launch, marking one of the most successful franchise debuts in recent memory. The highly anticipated title reached 747,440 concurrent players on Steam within hours of release, easily surpassing Call of Duty’s peak of 491,670 players and establishing itself as the second most-played game on Valve’s platform.