Xbox Layoffs Announced: 1600 Now, 1600 More into 2028, Four Studios Leave and id Software Reportedly Gutted
Microsoft has announced a significant workforce reduction of 4,800 employees, with major impact on the Xbox division and id Software.
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Microsoft is implementing a workforce reduction of approximately 4,800 jobs. This plan includes the immediate departure of 1,600 employees from the Xbox division, with an additional 1,600 cuts scheduled to occur through 2028. Four studios are exiting the organization as part of the restructuring effort.
Coverage from CNN, IGN, Game Developer, and Digital Foundry highlights that id Software has experienced significant staff reductions, with reports stating roughly half of its team has been laid off. IGN reports that leadership at Bethesda has stated a need to change course, emphasizing a focus on the company's strongest franchises. Future developments will involve the finalization of the scheduled workforce reductions through 2028.
Coverage does not yet specify which four studios are leaving the organization.
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Quick answers
How many total jobs is Microsoft cutting?
Microsoft has announced approximately 4,800 job cuts.
What is the timeline for the Xbox layoffs?
1,600 cuts are happening now, with another 1,600 planned through 2028.
How has id Software been affected?
Reports indicate that roughly half of the id Software team has been laid off.
Coverage (4)
- 'We Need to Change Course' — Bethesda Boss Tells Staff the Company Must Focus on 'Our Strongest Franchises' as Xbox Layoffs Hit Hard IGN · 5h ago
- Microsoft axes about 4,800 jobs, including major cuts to Xbox CNN · 5h ago
- Report: Roughly half of the id Software team have been laid off Game Developer · 5h ago
- Xbox Layoffs Announced: 1600 Now, 1600 More into 2028, Four Studios Leave and id Software Reportedly Gutted Digital Foundry · 5h ago
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