Microsoft Gaming CEO to Lead 20th Anniversary Celebration with Epic Kickoff
Get ready to level up, folks! ReedPop and Penny Arcade have announced that Phil Spencer, the big boss of Microsoft Gaming, will kick off PAX West 2024 with the Storytime opening session. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the West Coast’s most hyped gaming event, set to run from Friday, August 30, through Monday, September 2, at the Seattle Convention Center. Brace yourselves for an epic four days of non-stop gaming madness.
Phil Spencer, the head honcho of Microsoft Gaming, is hitting the Main Stage on Friday, August 30. With over 30 years of grinding in the gaming, tech, and entertainment realms, Spencer’s session promises to be a deep dive into his storied career. As the CEO of Microsoft Gaming, he commands a legion of legendary brands including Xbox, Activision, Bethesda, Blizzard Entertainment, King, and Xbox Game Studios.
Spencer’s been the mastermind behind console launches like Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. He’s also spearheaded game-changing initiatives like Xbox Game Pass and ID@Xbox. Recently, he rocked the stage at the Xbox Games Showcase, flanked by Xbox President Sarah Bond and Microsoft Gaming Game Content and Studios President Matt Booty, who was the PAX West 2022 Storytime keynote speaker.
This Storytime session is just the beginning of a packed schedule filled with events, panels, and concerts, all celebrating two decades of PAX where it all began. The full lineup and list of exhibitors will drop in the coming weeks, so stay tuned for more deets.
“PAX West is honored to have Phil Spencer share his insights at our 20th-anniversary celebration,” said Jerry Holkins, co-founder of Penny Arcade and PAX. “His perspective is unparalleled, and we can’t wait to see the industry through his eyes.”
Ready to snag your spot? PAX West badges are up for grabs now: $250 for a 4-day badge or $66 for single-day badges for Friday, Saturday, Sunday, or Monday. Get yours before they’re gone!
TL;DR
Phil Spencer, CEO of Microsoft Gaming, is kicking off PAX West 2024 with a Storytime opening session on August 30. The event celebrates 20 years of PAX with a jam-packed schedule at the Seattle Convention Center from August 30 to September 2. Badges are on sale now, so gear up for the ultimate gaming fest!
