""That includes the dedicated OS, which is essential for any console device (ease of use, security, etc). They are a publisher who will embrace Windows. Most will just pirate all the games to the devices unless they use Steam. Why does Steam help piracy? Because it's a flawless experience with a great return policy," Ybarra said, adding that Windows is "far from a flawless experience.""
""Only a moron would continue to make console hardware when the games all go (or will go) third-party. To shift, they'd have to go back to exclusive, make great hardware at a loss, and strive to win the living room," he said. "That's not their strategy (which is fine), but for some reason they just keep riding the middle, not being clear, doing more harm for no reason.""
Reports claimed Microsoft might abandon plans for future console platforms, and Microsoft denied those reports. The phrase "out of the hardware and exclusive games" is used to describe Microsoft potentially moving away from dedicated console hardware and OS deployment. The Xbox operating system was not placed on the ROG Ally X, which shipped with Windows instead. Dedicated console OSes are described as providing ease of use and security, while Windows is characterized as imperfect. Steam is highlighted for reducing piracy through a smooth experience and a strong return policy. Success for Microsoft would depend on making high-quality games and embracing cross-platform releases on Steam, PlayStation, and Nintendo, or returning to deep exclusivity and hardware losses to reclaim the living room.
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