Microsoft is setting the record straight: despite rumors that retailers like Target and Walmart are yanking Xbox products off their shelves, that’s not happening. A Reddit thread stirred up chatter about local stores discontinuing Xbox games and consoles, but former industry insiders and store reps say it’s all untrue. Retailers are still on board with Xbox. The buzz might be linked to a larger trend of cutting back on physical game displays as gamers lean more toward digital. Plus, Microsoft’s recent price hikes on consoles hint at a shift in strategy.
Published on: 10/13/2025
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