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Xbox FanFest Dates Revealed After Firing The ‘Xbox FanFest Guy’
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- Xbox CEO Asha Sharma announced in March that Xbox FanFest would return later in 2024, an event originally created by longtime Xbox employee Chris Munson.
- In July, Xbox revealed a major restructuring resulting in 3,200 job cuts, including Chris Munson, despite his key role in founding Xbox FanFest.
- Despite Munson's departure, Xbox confirmed plans to proceed with Xbox FanFest in 2024, announcing six new tour dates across Tokyo, London, Mexico City, Sydney, and Toronto.
- The event aims to celebrate Xbox's 25th anniversary and foster community connection, though the layoffs have affected many long-term employees who helped build the brand.
- Critics note the contrast between Xbox’s commitment to fans and the significant workforce reductions impacting veteran staff members.
