On October 7th, 2020, Microsoft’s Major Nelson (real name Larry Hryb) announced his departure from the company after two decades of service. Major Nelson has been a staple of the Xbox community since the original Xbox console was released in 2001. He has served as the face of Xbox Live and the Xbox brand, providing updates and news to the community through his blog, podcast, and social media accounts.

Major Nelson’s tenure with Microsoft began in 2000 when he joined the company as a product manager for Xbox Live. He quickly became an integral part of the Xbox team, helping to shape the platform into what it is today. He was instrumental in the launch of Xbox Live, the online gaming service that revolutionized the way gamers play and interact with each other. He also helped to launch the Xbox 360, Kinect, and Xbox One consoles.

Throughout his time at Microsoft, Major Nelson was a passionate advocate for the Xbox community. He was a frequent presence at gaming conventions, where he would talk to fans and answer questions about upcoming products and services. He also hosted a weekly podcast, where he discussed the latest news and developments in the gaming world.

Major Nelson’s departure from Microsoft marks the end of an era for the Xbox community. His presence and influence will be sorely missed, but his legacy will live on in the products and services he helped create. His commitment to providing gamers with the best possible experience will continue to be remembered by all who have been touched by his work.

We wish Major Nelson all the best in his future endeavors and thank him for his two decades of service to the Xbox community.