Microsoft Xbox Division Braces for New Wave of Mass Layoffs
Microsoft is preparing to conduct another major wave of layoffs in its Xbox gaming division. The cuts could involve hundreds of job losses and the reorganization of several studios, with Blizzard and Halo Studios potentially being affected this time.
The Information reports that Xbox intends to cut hundreds of employees as early as this week. The company is also reportedly planning to merge or restructure several game studios, but it's unclear which specific divisions will be affected and how many employees will lose their jobs.
Blizzard Entertainment may face significant changes in the coming days, as journalist Jason Schreier stated on the 8-4 Play podcast that layoffs at Blizzard are expected soon. This is notable because the studio avoided large-scale layoffs during the July wave of cuts.