That quote comes from a job ad posted online, which seems to suggest MS is planning to totally alter the VERY CORE of Xbox Live in the future.

The job is specifically after a Games Producer who will "help implement our first generation games that will run in this new environment" - which sounds like there's definitely a massive change afoot.

But what? Online distribution of all games? A massively simpler Xbox Live for a cheaper Xbox and Wii-rivalling experience? A worrying copy of PlayStation3's Home avatar nonsense? Or the core online systems of the next Xbox?

Clearly we have no idea and are just guessing!

The full text of the job ad has been saved for posterity after the jump - just in case THE MAN has it taken down to protect Microsoft's secrets. See what wild conclusions YOU can leap to!

Want to be involved in the next release of Xbox? Join the server-backed games team, part of the Xbox LIVE team that's responsible for creating a completely new way for mainstream audiences to enjoy the Xbox and LIVE.

We're building the games, the console interface and logic, and the server support for a totally new LIVE experience. Both the games and the dashboard experience will be deeply paired with dynamic server support to create a compelling, fresh scenario each time. We're a small, entrepreneurial team working together to get things done very quickly in an agile environment. If you want to work in a space where you'll get all the responsibility you can swallow, and run as fast as you can, this team is for you.

We are looking for a passionate Games Producer to help implement our first generation games that will run in this new environment. Specific job responsibilities include Managing internal and external development of the games, contract negotiation and management, technical design reviews and scheduling. You will also interact with our content team and help them bring their designs to life. As we're a small team, we want independent people that are driven for results and able to wear multiple hats to get things done quickly.

Qualified candidates will have 2+ years of Production experience, good design skills and team management skills, as well as experience with client-server architectures and general game development. Experience developing for Xbox, and Xbox LIVE are a plus. Good communication skills, independent drive, customer focus, ability to ramp up quickly on new technology, and driving for results are all expected.

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