Microsoft's Peter Molyneux and Phil Spencer

During E3 earlier this month, Microsoft announced that it had appointed Lionhead boss Peter Molyneux to creative director of Europe, to oversee all game projects in the region. As well as creating a significant role for one of Microsoft's most prominent figures in Europe, the appointment comes at a time when Microsoft Game Studios is refocusing itself to concentrate on its key strengths, and rebuilding following recent staff lay-offs and studios closures.

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