
Walmart lists a PS5 “Gears: E-Day” at $99.99, then scrubs it before Microsoft’s 2026 showcase
The PS5 placeholder showing up less than 24 hours early adds fuel to exclusivity churn inside Xbox leadership.
By Khalid Al-Harbi·· 4 min
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The PS5 placeholder showing up less than 24 hours early adds fuel to exclusivity churn inside Xbox leadership.

The streaming sports rights player is changing its Japan strategy, and rivals may feel the ripple effect.

Sharma’s near-term plan is a platform pivot: prioritize exclusivity, “reset the business,” and fold AI into Xbox’s next strategy.