Phil Spencer on the Importance of Smaller Games Beyond Live Service Models
Phil Spencer emphasizes the role of smaller, narrative-driven games in contrast to the mainstream trend of live service models.

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Phil Spencer emphasizes the role of smaller, narrative-driven games in contrast to the mainstream trend of live service models.
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