Microsoft Responds To Fan Outcry, Changes Xbox One Policies
Fans spoke, and apparently Microsoft listened.
In an apparent reversal of the company's previous position, Microsoft announced Wednesday that it was changing several policies regarding its forthcoming Xbox One gaming console.
Since it was revealed in May and at its big presentation at E3 earlier this month, Microsoft has been the target of harsh criticism for how the system would need to "check-in" online once every 24 hours and a confusing policy toward used games.
In an official post, Don Mattrick, president of Microsoft's Interactive Entertainment business, says they've have listened:
"Since unveiling our plans for Xbox One, my team and I have heard directly from many of you, read your comments and listened to your feedback. I would like to take the opportunity today to thank you for your assistance in helping us to reshape the future of Xbox One.
"You told us how much you loved the flexibility you have today with games delivered on disc. The ability to lend, share, and resell these games at your discretion is of incredible importance to you. Also important to you is the freedom to play offline, for any length of time, anywhere in the world."