Episode 234 - XBOX Outsources Creativity With New XBOX LABS And XP Divisions

Send us Fan Mail In this episode... --> Following Nintendo and Sony's lead, XBOX is setting up XP, a division exclusively dedicated to movies and non-games partnerships. They also announced XBOX LABS, where they will vibe code game ports. --> US video game trade group the Entertainment Software Association has asked the US government to flag retro handheld devices containing pre-installed games as a “notorious market”. --> To celebrate the Blue Blur’s 35th anniversary, Sega is selling a $20,000 Sonic figure that has “Sonic DNA” inside it. --> Also: Top 3 New Releases, PRGE 2026 Recap Follow youtube.com/@RetroGamingExpo! This year's PRGE content will drop in the spring. Help support ShrfSnax (a.k.a. Brandon) in his fight against cancer:  https://gofund.me/5d7c63a15 Visit our NEW merch store at gamers-week-podcast-shop.fourthwall.com We love our sponsors! Please help us support those who support us! - Check out the Retro Game Club Podcast at linktr.ee/retrogameclub - Connect with CafeBTW at youtube.com/@LoveRetroBTW - Get creative with Pixel Pond production company at pixelpondllc.com - Visit Absolutely the Best Podcast: A Work in Progress at linktr.ee/absolutelythebest **Use this link to get a $20 credit when you upgrade to a paid podcast hosting plan on Buzzsprout! buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1884378 **Get 15% off gaming chairs at blacklyte.com/Gamersweekpodcast using code GWP26! Hosts: wrytersview, retrogamebrews, donniegretro Opening theme: "Gamers Week Theme" by Akseli Takanen Patron theme: "Chiptune Boss" by donniegretro Closing theme: "Gamers Week Full-Length Theme" by Akseli Takanen Support the show