The Xbox boss mentioned that Microsoft is still "spending a lot of time absorbing Activision Blizzard employees," meaning it could be a while before anything even remotely close to that headline-maker occurs.

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer talked about the controversal price of Sony's new PS5 Pro, says 'we're not going to grow the market with $1000 consoles'

PS5 Pro is a powerful refresh of the base PS5 hardware. It's the best way to experience the PS5's large library of must-play games and the current pinnacle of console gaming. However, the eye-watering $699 price tag makes it a machine that will only appeal to the most dedicated gamers.

Takes you closer to the games, movies and TV you love Try a single issue or save on a subscription Issues delivered straight to your door or device Unlike the PS5 Pro, getting your hands on an original PS5 was like a game in itself.