New Delhi, Oct. 30 -- Can games become as universal as spreadsheets? Microsoft's recent hints suggest a world where Xbox gaming could be accessible everywhere. If Xbox follows the 'everywhere, for everyone' path of Microsoft Office, what does that do for the expectations we have around gaming?

Recent comments from Microsoft's Satya Nadella have shifted the narrative from console exclusivity to a future where Xbox is seen as a flexible platform. Rather than emphasising powerful hardware, the vision now pursues reach with a games service designed to fit wherever people work and play. Xbox Game Pass illustrates this trend. It serves up hundreds of titles on PCs, mobiles, and even smart TVs. This willingness to break old alliances means some...