Rumor: Layoffs at Xbox to affect thousands and lead to studio closures
Recently, Bloomberg journalist Jason Schreier reported that Microsoft is planning significant layoffs in its gaming division. However, he did not specify the number of layoffs. According to 3D Realms co-founder George Broussard, the number could reach up to 2,000.
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Broussard wrote on social media that most Xbox studio employees are currently worried. There are rumors circulating among them that some studios might even shut down, but nothing is known for certain.
Separately, The Verge, citing sources, reported that Microsoft intends to restructure teams involved in game distribution in Central Europe. As a result, their operations in several countries will be halted.
Microsoft has not commented on the rumors.