Microsoft asks itself hard questions in an internal Q&A document obtained by Kotaku, including whether the larger investment in PC gaming brought on by Fable III is different than the other times it promised the same and didnāt deliver.
We didnāt ask the question. We didnāt have to. In an internal Q&A document prepared for MIcrosoft spokespeople and snagged by Kotaku, Microsoft addresses the fact that it hasnāt quite come through on the PC promises of the past.
First, the question:
Q: Does āFable IIIā on Windows signal a larger reinvestment by Microsoft in PC gaming? How is this different from the previous times youāve announced a reinvestment in PC gaming and not quite come through with a robust offering?
That this question even exists would indicate that MIcrosoft is at least aware of the perception that theyāve failed to follow through with previous PC gaming pushes.
Unfortunately the answer, again formulated for spokespeople instead of any media outlet in general, isnāt quite as satisfying as the question.
A: In terms of revenue, Windows is far and away the largest gaming platform in the world, so itās an incredibly important part of Microsoftās business. From core games like āFable IIIā to casual, social and Facebook titles, more gaming happens on Windows than anywhere else. Windows 7 is a world-class gaming platform, and you can bet Microsoft has a vested interest in using it as a platform for amazing first party content. āFable IIIā on Windows as well as Xbox 360 this holiday is a great first step, and weāll have more news for you later this summer.
Hopefully this signals good news for PC gamers on the way.
