Digital distribution is the future of gaming, and it is also increasingly becoming its present. Because of this, XBLA Microsoft Studios global marketing manager Michael Wolf doesn’t think that making an online designation between download-only titles and AAA titles will make sense forever.
When asked if XBLA might one day be dissolved as a brand, Wolf said, “Personally, I’d say absolutely, yes. I think digital distribution has to be like that. I don’t think XBLA will be leaving soon. It is an incredible platform. We have XBLA fans, I don’t think it’s going to be announced anytime soon. One thing Microsoft has proven is that we continue to try and adapt and innovate in experiences.”
Microsoft, however, was quick to pour water on any talk of XBLA being disbanded any time soon, saying in a statement, “Xbox Live Arcade is and will continue to be the premier destination for quality downloadable games at a great value, boasting an ever-growing, eclectic library of hundreds of games, spanning every genre. We are committed to providing new downloadable games for Xbox 360 and continuing our work with 1st and 3rd party developers on the platform. We have no plans to dissolve the service at this time.”
Source: GameInformer
