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Revenue in More Personal Computing was $15.1 billion and increased 14% (up 13% in constant currency), with the following business highlights:
Improved with the Age community in mind, Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition launched worldwide with Xbox Game Pass for PC, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Windows 10, and Steam. Celebrate one of the most beloved real-time strategy franchises in definitive form with enhanced features, modernized gameplay, 4K Ultra HD graphics, updated multiplayer, new civilizations, and with a fully remastered soundtrack.
Cloud gaming (beta) with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate launched 10 new titles available with Xbox touch controls in Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Touch controls have been one of the top-requested features for cloud gaming, so the cloud gaming team worked closely with players and game designers to create a familiar experience and support a level of play that gamers are used to with a physical controller.
Xbox launched Xbox Series X, the fastest and most powerful Xbox console ever, and Xbox Series S, which delivers next-generation performance at an affordable price in the smallest Xbox ever. The consoles are available across 40 countries and feature the largest launch lineup in Xbox history: 40 new games were playable on day one, 30 with Smart Delivery that are upgraded automatically, as well as thousands of backward-compatible titles across four generations. Xbox Series X|S were also made available with Xbox All Access, which includes the choice of an Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S console plus 24 months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, starting at 24.99/month for 24 months with no upfront costs. Xbox All Access is available in 12 countries.
Xbox launched the new Xbox Wireless Controller in Carbon Black, Robot White, and Shock Blue, which feature more inclusive, ergonomic designs and performance-boosting updates like textured grip on the bumpers, triggers and back case, hybrid D- pads, and a new integrated Share button. The controllers are compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10 PC, and mobile devices.
Xbox Game Studios launched Gears Tactics for Xbox consoles and with Xbox Game Pass. The fast-paced, turn-based strategy game features an immersive and character-driven story, in which gamers can customize their squad’s membership and equipment to succeed in missions against an unstoppable, swarming enemy, complete with massive boss battles.
EA Play became available on Xbox consoles, including Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X, as part of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. This year, members with an Ultimate or PC subscription will be able to download and play games from the EA Play library on Windows 10 PCs. Some EA Play titles are also available on Android via the cloud, including “Mass Effect™: Andromeda,” “Mirror’s Edge™ Catalyst,” “Dragon Age™: Inquisition,” and “Plants vs. Zombies™ Garden Warfare 2.”
Mojang Studios released the biggest DLC mash-up in the history of Minecraft—the Minecraft Star Wars DLC, developed in partnership with Disney. Available in the Minecraft Marketplace, the pack includes content from A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, and The Mandalorian, spread out across 12 different planet dioramas. Mojang Studios also introduced cross-platform play to “Minecraft Dungeons,” empowering players across Xbox, Windows, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation to play together for the first time. Additionally, Mojang Studios released the “Minecraft Dungeons” Season Pass, which covers the four upcoming DLC packs, including the most recent Howling Peaks DLC, an action-packed trek to the mountain top that features dazzling new armor, weapons, and artifacts, as well as new enemies and challenges for players.
343 Industries announced that “Halo 4”—the final installment in “Halo: The Master Chief Collection” on PC—arrived on Xbox Game Pass for PC, the Microsoft Store, and Steam. “Halo: The Master Chief Collection” Optimized for Xbox Series X|S also launched, featuring a host of newly Optimized and updated features including Smart Delivery and Quick Resume, and 4K resolution on Xbox Series X.
The Gears 5: Hivebusters DLC launched across Xbox consoles and PC with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, while also being made available as a separate purchase in the Microsoft digital store. In the new expansion, players join Lahni, Keegan, and Mac—heroes first introduced in Gears 5’s Escape mode—in their first mission as Scorpio Squad. The Gears 5: Hivebusters DLC features optimizations for the Xbox Series X|S and new gameplay formats and includes 16 new achievements.
Microsoft released the free Virtual Reality update for Microsoft Flight Simulator, compatible with most VR headsets for PC and offering simmers the deepest and most immersive virtual flight experience in the new simulator to date. This free update is compatible across a wide range of supported devices, including most Windows Mixed Reality headsets (including the HP Reverb G2), Oculus, Valve, and HTC headsets
FY21 Q2 - Press Release Webcast - Investor Relations - Microsoft
www.microsoft.com
Earnings Release FY21 Q2
- · Revenue was $43.1 billion and increased 17%
- · Operating income was $17.9 billion and increased 29%
- · Net income was $15.5 billion and increased 33%
- · Diluted earnings per share was $2.03 and increased 34%
Revenue in More Personal Computing was $15.1 billion and increased 14% (up 13% in constant currency), with the following business highlights:
- · Windows OEM revenue increased 1%
- · Windows Commercial products and cloud services revenue increased 10% (up 8% in constant currency)
- · Xbox content and services revenue increased 40% (up 38% in constant currency)
- · Surface revenue increased 3% (up 1%in constant currency)
- · Search advertising revenue excluding traffic acquisition costs increased 2% (up 1% in constant currency)
Improved with the Age community in mind, Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition launched worldwide with Xbox Game Pass for PC, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Windows 10, and Steam. Celebrate one of the most beloved real-time strategy franchises in definitive form with enhanced features, modernized gameplay, 4K Ultra HD graphics, updated multiplayer, new civilizations, and with a fully remastered soundtrack.
Cloud gaming (beta) with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate launched 10 new titles available with Xbox touch controls in Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Touch controls have been one of the top-requested features for cloud gaming, so the cloud gaming team worked closely with players and game designers to create a familiar experience and support a level of play that gamers are used to with a physical controller.
Xbox launched Xbox Series X, the fastest and most powerful Xbox console ever, and Xbox Series S, which delivers next-generation performance at an affordable price in the smallest Xbox ever. The consoles are available across 40 countries and feature the largest launch lineup in Xbox history: 40 new games were playable on day one, 30 with Smart Delivery that are upgraded automatically, as well as thousands of backward-compatible titles across four generations. Xbox Series X|S were also made available with Xbox All Access, which includes the choice of an Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S console plus 24 months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, starting at 24.99/month for 24 months with no upfront costs. Xbox All Access is available in 12 countries.
Xbox launched the new Xbox Wireless Controller in Carbon Black, Robot White, and Shock Blue, which feature more inclusive, ergonomic designs and performance-boosting updates like textured grip on the bumpers, triggers and back case, hybrid D- pads, and a new integrated Share button. The controllers are compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10 PC, and mobile devices.
Xbox Game Studios launched Gears Tactics for Xbox consoles and with Xbox Game Pass. The fast-paced, turn-based strategy game features an immersive and character-driven story, in which gamers can customize their squad’s membership and equipment to succeed in missions against an unstoppable, swarming enemy, complete with massive boss battles.
EA Play became available on Xbox consoles, including Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X, as part of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. This year, members with an Ultimate or PC subscription will be able to download and play games from the EA Play library on Windows 10 PCs. Some EA Play titles are also available on Android via the cloud, including “Mass Effect™: Andromeda,” “Mirror’s Edge™ Catalyst,” “Dragon Age™: Inquisition,” and “Plants vs. Zombies™ Garden Warfare 2.”
Mojang Studios released the biggest DLC mash-up in the history of Minecraft—the Minecraft Star Wars DLC, developed in partnership with Disney. Available in the Minecraft Marketplace, the pack includes content from A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, and The Mandalorian, spread out across 12 different planet dioramas. Mojang Studios also introduced cross-platform play to “Minecraft Dungeons,” empowering players across Xbox, Windows, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation to play together for the first time. Additionally, Mojang Studios released the “Minecraft Dungeons” Season Pass, which covers the four upcoming DLC packs, including the most recent Howling Peaks DLC, an action-packed trek to the mountain top that features dazzling new armor, weapons, and artifacts, as well as new enemies and challenges for players.
343 Industries announced that “Halo 4”—the final installment in “Halo: The Master Chief Collection” on PC—arrived on Xbox Game Pass for PC, the Microsoft Store, and Steam. “Halo: The Master Chief Collection” Optimized for Xbox Series X|S also launched, featuring a host of newly Optimized and updated features including Smart Delivery and Quick Resume, and 4K resolution on Xbox Series X.
The Gears 5: Hivebusters DLC launched across Xbox consoles and PC with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, while also being made available as a separate purchase in the Microsoft digital store. In the new expansion, players join Lahni, Keegan, and Mac—heroes first introduced in Gears 5’s Escape mode—in their first mission as Scorpio Squad. The Gears 5: Hivebusters DLC features optimizations for the Xbox Series X|S and new gameplay formats and includes 16 new achievements.
Microsoft released the free Virtual Reality update for Microsoft Flight Simulator, compatible with most VR headsets for PC and offering simmers the deepest and most immersive virtual flight experience in the new simulator to date. This free update is compatible across a wide range of supported devices, including most Windows Mixed Reality headsets (including the HP Reverb G2), Oculus, Valve, and HTC headsets
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