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"We hope our pain was worth it": As Microsoft's Xbox layoffs axe half of id Software, one DOOM dev has a scathing message for anyone "celebrating" them

Following Microsoft's mass Xbox layoffs that have resulted in half of id Software being cut, a DOOM dev has biting words for those "celebrating" them.

Windows Central · Jul 7

Id Software veteran of over 20 years absolutely rips and tears into Microsoft after devastating layoffs: "XBOX decided half the team was no longer needed"

"Just really sad"

GamesRadar · Jul 7

'These are hard, but necessary decisions' — Xbox pulled funding for Io Interactive's 'Project Fantasy' but the developer will continue working on the game independently

After Xbox pulled funding for its online fantasy RPG, IOI has announced that it will close one of its studios and lay off an unspecified number of staff.

TechRadar · Jul 7

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Gears of War: Reloaded leads Xbox Game Pass's July batch, just in time for new and old fans to catch up in preparation for Gears of War: E-Day [UPDATED]

Xbox has announced July 2026's first batch of Xbox Game Pass titles, which includes Gears of War: Reloaded, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2, and many more titles that will be added throughout the month.

Windows Central · Jul 7

Xbox's Backwards Compatibility Program and Cloud Gaming lead has been laid off from Microsoft after 37 years — "I wish the team nothing but success"

Microsoft's VP of Xbox Platform Kevin LaChapelle, who led the creation of Xbox Backwards Compatibility and Xbox Cloud Gaming, has been laid off.

Windows Central · Jul 7

If you're a sicko, you can now run Windows on the Steam Machine

Valve has released Steam Machine Windows 11 drivers for graphics, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and SD card slot, but you'll need to wait longer for SteamOS dual-booting.

GamesRadar · Jul 7

IO Interactive regains full ownership of Project Fantasy from XBOX, but closes one of its studios

IO Interactive has regained full ownership of Project Fantasy after Xbox ended its funding partnership. The studio says development will continue independently, but it has also confirmed the closure of its Istanbul studio as part of broader restructuring.

Windows Central · Jul 7

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In 2009, late Nintendo president Satoru Iwata said it'll take "20 years or so" for game purchases to become mostly digital

Sony is killing its physical games in 2028, so he wasn't far off at all

GamesRadar · Jul 7

"There's really no one left": Former Elder Scrolls Online dev says the MMO "basically funded other failing projects" as Microsoft guts the studio

Bethesda's been hit by Xbox's ongoing restructuring

GamesRadar · Jul 7

State of Decay 3 could reportedly skip Xbox Game Pass after Microsoft dumped its studio

Undead Labs' survival game is still coming in 2027

GamesRadar · Jul 7

How is id Software supposed to keep making DOOM after Xbox reportedly laid off half the studio?

Reported Xbox layoffs have reportedly affected around half of id Software, prompting concerns over the future of DOOM, the studio's acclaimed id Tech engine, and whether the legendary FPS developer can continue operating at the same level.

Windows Central · Jul 7

Xbox Layoffs Purge 32% of Phil Spencer's Studio Empire as New CEO Asha Sharma Slashes 3,000 Jobs

New Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has unveiled a sweeping restructure that will cut around 3,000 jobs and spin off four studios, slashing roughly a third of the development empire built under former boss Phil Spencer.

International Business Times UK · Jul 7

Hitman and 007 First Light dev IO Interactive regains "full ownership" of its mysterious online RPG project after Xbox reportedly pulled funding

Project Fantasy will be developed and funded "independently amongst our other projects," IO Interactive says

GamesRadar · Jul 7

Doom developer id Software "is essentially dead," Duke Nukem 3D co-creator says after layoffs reportedly cut almost half of the studio

George Broussard says Microsoft is getting "decent PR for being 'good guys'" by not shutting studios, but that these studios face new struggles

GamesRadar · Jul 7

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The Guardian - UK · Jul 7

First Thing: Nato summit faces tricky diplomacy with Trump over his defense spending demands

Leaders meeting in Ankara urged to show concrete steps towards increasing their budget contribution

GamesRadar · Jul 7

Doom creator John Romero praises the devs who carried on id Software's legacy as Microsoft reportedly lays off half of the studio: "The last few games showed real care, skill, and respect"

Romero's own team had funding pulled – reportedly from Microsoft – a year ago

TechRadar · Jul 7

'Regarding Arkane… how much?' — Xbox is falling apart and as thousands more are hit with layoffs, I think it's time for someone to save the Dishonored and Marvel's Blade developer before it's too late

As Xbox hits thousands more workers with layoffs, I'm desperately hoping that Arkane Studios will be saved.

Windows Central · Jul 7

Xbox is refocusing on console spending that makes up 80% of its business — while stepping away from smaller game studios

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has revealed the company's renewed focus on its console business, which reportedly represents 80% of Xbox overall. As part of its wider restructuring, Microsoft is prioritizing consoles and major franchises while stepping away from smaller internal studios.

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GamesRadar · Jul 7

Blizzard devs in the dark for now as president of the World of Warcraft and Diablo studio says they "can expect to hear more" soon about Microsoft's plan for the studio as Xbox faces 3,200 job cuts

Blizzard isn't undergoing changes just yet, it seems

GamesRadar · Jul 7

Bethesda boss says the company must focus on its "strongest franchises" as Xbox layoffs reportedly hit The Elder Scrolls and Fallout makers hard

id Software has reportedly been gutted, too

International Business Times UK · Jul 7

Microsoft Cuts 4,800 Jobs as AI Spending Soars and Xbox Undergoes Biggest Overhaul Yet

Microsoft announces 4,800 job cuts, focusing on Xbox, as part of a major restructuring amid ongoing AI investments. The move affects 2% of its global workforce.

PC Gamer · Jul 7

It looks like Blizzard's escaped Xbox's grim reset scythe for now, though there's still time to be caught in the second 1600-strong layoff wave coming 2027

I'm sure this is great for morale.

GamesRadar · Jul 7

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma says "a healthy Xbox could weather" the current storm, but Microsoft's gaming brand is anything but: "Our core has to be healthy"

"With an unhealthy Xbox, it becomes really challenging"

Benzinga · Jul 7

Bernie Sanders Says Microsoft's Layoffs and Xbox Price Hike Show Tax Cuts 'It Never Trickles Down'

On Monday, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) argued that Microsoft Corp’s (NASDAQ:MSFT) recent layoffs and Xbox price increases undermine claims that large corporate tax cuts ultimately benefit American workers.

Windows Central · Jul 7

'State of Decay 3' has more wishlists on Steam than Xbox heavyweights 'Halo' and 'Gears of War' — a masterclass in Microsoft short-sightedness

State of Decay 3 was facing cancellation before Xbox thankfully found it a buyer — a buyer who will now reap the rewards of Microsoft's endless stupidity and impatience.

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