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Xbox layoffs, studio closures could start in days
It sounds like many people at various Xbox-affiliated studios could lose their jobs soon.
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DNyuz
· Jul 1, 2026
5 Xbox Studios At Risk of Being Closed in Microsoft’s Layoffs
Microsoft’s latest Xbox layoffs could reportedly lead to the closure of more than five gaming studios. Although the publisher has yet to confirm any shutdowns, multiple reports have revealed several teams that may be at risk. Here are the Xbox studios that could be affected. Xbox Studios Reportedly at Risk of Closure Screenshot: Xbox In []
Rock Paper Shotgun
· Jun 26, 2026
South of Midnight studio Compulsion Games are allowing staff to openly seek new jobs ahead of possible Xbox layoffs, according to report
With the days ticking down until July, when Xbox are said to be fully pulling the trigger on mass upheaval that could see studios closed and will almost certainly see jobs cut, bosses at one of the studios reported to have its future hanging in the balance have given some staff permission to openly seek new work. This, it's claimed, is the reason a bunch of devs at South of Midnight studio Compulsion Games have taken to LinkedIn ahead of any layoffs being confirmed to post that they're on the market for other jobs. Read more
Kotaku
· Jul 6, 2026
The Internet Reacts To Xbox’s Layoff-Filled ‘Reset’ With Relief And Rage: ‘Another Stream Of Tone Deaf Excuses’
Though some of Xbox's most beloved studios are remaining open, the extreme layoffs spell even worse times ahead for the industry
ComicBook.com
· Jul 6, 2026
Xbox Confirms Bethesda’s Future Amid Studio Closures & Layoffs
Microsoft is in the midst of aggressive restructuring, closing multiple studios and leaving fans wondering about the future of Xbox and its biggest brands. Widespread layoffs have seen multiple studio closures, game cancellations, and changes to policies regarding Xbox consoles and subscriptions. While some studios’ fates have been revealed, there has been widespread speculation about []
Bounding Into Comics
· Jul 9, 2026
DOOM’s Co-Creator John Romero Speaks Out on Xbox’s id Software Cuts
Xbox’s recent layoffs and studio shutdowns have been rough over the last few weeks, and DOOM’s studio, id Software, was
IGN
· Jul 6, 2026
The Most Significant Restructure in Xbox History: Live Report
There is a lot of news flooding in around the Xbox layoffs, including staff, studio, and game changes. And we'll report on it all live right here.
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Related coverage for "Xbox layoffs, studio closures could start in days": DNyuz — 5 Xbox Studios At Risk of Being Closed in Microsoft’s Layoffs. Rock Paper Shotgun — South of Midnight studio Compulsion Games are allowing staff to openly seek new jobs ahead of possible Xbox layoffs, according to report. Kotaku — The Internet Reacts To Xbox’s Layoff-Filled ‘Reset’ With Relief And Rage: ‘Another Stream Of Tone Deaf Excuses’. ComicBook.com — Xbox Confirms Bethesda’s Future Amid Studio Closures & Layoffs. Bounding Into Comics — DOOM’s Co-Creator John Romero Speaks Out on Xbox’s id Software Cuts. IGN — The Most Significant Restructure in Xbox History: Live Report