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Xbox faces massive layoffs and studio divestments amid financial downturn

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Microsoft's Xbox division experienced significant turmoil in July, marked by widespread layoffs affecting 3,200 employees and the divestment of four development studios. This restructuring follows a period of substantial investment in content and infrastructure that has not translated into revenue growth, leading to a strategic "reset" for the business. The company's financial performance also saw a decline, with Xbox revenue falling by 10% in Q4 2026 and by over $2 billion annually, placing it behind competitors like PlayStation. AI

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Xbox faces massive layoffs and studio divestments amid financial downturn

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Jessica Conditt) ·

    Xbox's devastating July was inevitable

    "It is neither possible nor desirable to own every great independent studio."

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