You can trust VideoGamer. Our team of gaming experts spend hours testing and reviewing the latest games, to ensure you're reading the most comprehensive guide possible. Rest assured, all imagery and advice is unique and original. Check out how we test and review games here Contents hide Xbox is currently going through a rebirth. Unlike, say, PlayStation 5, the focus is no longer just on bringing gamers to the hardware, but instead becoming one of the biggest game publishers in the world. With Xbox Game Pass and multi-platform publishing, Xbox is no longer attempting to claw gamers back to its own machine.In an interview on an upcoming episode of the VideoGamer Podcast, Father of Xbox, Seamus Blackley, discussed his feelings on the state of modern Xbox. With Xboxs move towards multiplatform publishing, many gamers have wondered what the point of the console brand is. As for Blackley, the Xbox he helped create is now adapting, and theres no worry about what it will become.Modern Xbox is better than Kinect Era XboxSpeaking on the podcast, Blackley explained that everything has to change to survive. While it was once a good idea to have exclusive games and your own console box, the industry is always adapting, and modern Xbox simply changing with the times. Save Up to $1,200 on the Samsung Galaxy S25! Pre-order now and save big with trade-in and Samsung credit. Limited time only! *Includes trade-in value + $300 Samsung credit. Everything changes, Blackley explained. First of all, it makes you feel old as sh*tyoull see what thats like when youre older.The idea of game consoles is like a zombie that cant be killed and keeps moving forward.XBOX CREATOR SEAMUS BLACKLEYAs for how the new shift makes the Xboxs creator feel, the move is simply interesting. Xbox as a brand stays on, and its doing interesting things. While the box itself may not be a powerhouse draw, the software library is, and at least its not as embarrassing as Xboxs bizarre Kinect phase. Must-Listen: Publishing Manor Lords w/ Joe Robinson VideoGamer Podcast Listen Now This is nothing compared to the pain of the Kinect era, Blackley said. I was really worried then and, you know, much less worried now. I mean, well see, Im surprised there are still consoles in the same sense. To some extent, the idea of game consoles is like a zombie that cant be killed and keeps moving forward.For more Xbox coverage, read Blackleys thoughts on the brands focus on power over the last few generations. Additionally, read our review of Avowed, the latest Xbox exclusive launch from Obsidian Entertainment.Kinect AdventuresPlatform(s):Xbox 360Genre(s):Adventure6VideoGamerSubscribe to our newsletters!By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.Share