Shawn Layden, former chairman of PlayStation Worldwide Studios and former PlayStation US boss, has expressed critical views on the current state of the video game industry, particularly regarding subscription-based gaming services such as Xbox Game Pass. Layden argues that the price of video games should increase with each new generation to offset rising development costs and tighter profit margins. He has also warned that subscription models risk turning game developers into "wage slaves," suggesting these services may be detrimental to both developers and the industry as a whole. Additionally, Layden commented on Microsoft's Xbox division, suggesting it faces a pivotal moment similar to Sega's past, potentially considering a shift away from console manufacturing. Meanwhile, reports indicate Xbox may be planning to compete with the upcoming PlayStation 6 by developing its first gaming PC.