What the heck is going on with Microsoft Xbox?

It’s been a rough generation for the Xbox brand, but the last couple of months have been particularly brutal. Between massive layoffs, studio closures, and first-party titles coming to competitor platforms, the Xbox fanbase is rightfully confused and frustrated with the current management. So many questions are swirling around the internet, and there is quite a lot of rumors and speculation muddling the real information. The most pressing concerns relate to why Xbox is closing its studios, is Phil Spencer responsible, and what does it all mean for Game Pass and the future of Xbox as a whole.