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gaming5 hours ago•117 min saved

Carmack reacts to id Software layoffs, urging resilience for DOOM's future

John Carmack responded to Microsoft's layoffs at id Software with sadness but no anger, noting the brutal economics of the industry and suggesting id Software may have been marginal from Microsoft's view; he questioned what could have been done differently but remained hopeful the studio can rebound, while Microsoft stressed that id Tech is still developed across multiple locations and layoffs won’t end the studio's projects.

via Windows Central|

#doom #gaming #id-software

offbeat2 days ago•12 min saved

Xbox Veteran Announces 37-Year Microsoft Run Ends With Layoff LinkedIn Post

Kevin LaChapelle, a longtime Xbox executive who championed backward compatibility and cloud gaming, posted his first LinkedIn update to announce his layoff as Microsoft begins AI-led cuts that affect about 1,600 Xbox staff and 4,800 employees company-wide. After 37 years at Microsoft, LaChapelle expressed pride in what his team built, while Xbox CEO Asha Sharma outlined a reset plan—overhauling content, platform, and operations, divesting four studios, and supporting independent creators—to improve margins and steer Xbox into a streaming-focused future.

via NDTV|

#ai-led-restructuring #kevin-lachapelle #linkedin

gaming4 days ago•90 min saved

State of Decay 3 Revs Steam Wishlist Lead—A Sharp Critique of Xbox Strategy

An opinion piece by Jez Corden arguing that Microsoft’s cost-cutting and studio divestitures at Xbox reflect short-sighted management, noting that State of Decay 3 is currently higher on Steam wishlists than Halo campaigns or Gears of War, and could have been a flagship Xbox release; the article recounts the game’s long development, near-cancellation, and Undead Labs’ struggles as a case study of missed opportunities and impatience at the top.

via Windows Central|

#gaming #gears-of-war #halo

gaming12 days ago•104 min saved

State of Decay 3 Faces Cancellation Risks Amid Xbox Studio Shakeups

Despite trailers and a positive alpha, State of Decay 3 is at risk of cancellation as Microsoft reportedly seeks buyers for Undead Labs and contemplates more studio closures amid Xbox cost-cutting, with Game Pass deals paused and trust in upcoming Xbox announcements eroding.

via Windows Central|

#gaming #microsoft-layoffs #state-of-decay-3

gaming6 months ago•3 min saved

Ex-Zenimax Lead Resigns After 'Blackbird' Game Cancellation

Former ZeniMax Online Studios founder Matt Firor confirmed that the cancellation of the highly anticipated game Project Blackbird, which he had waited his entire career to create, led to his resignation. The game, a sci-fi third-person shooter set on an exoplanet, was in development for over seven years and showed promising gameplay, but was abruptly canceled due to Microsoft layoffs related to AI investments. Firor expressed respect for the development team and now enjoys the game as a community member, while former team members are working on new projects.

via Wccftech|

#cancellation #gaming #microsoft-layoffs

business8 months ago•7 min saved

Microsoft layoffs: stories of surprise, relief, and new beginnings

Thousands of Microsoft employees have been laid off over the past year, shattering many's expectations of job security and highlighting a broader shift in corporate America towards cost-cutting and leaner operations, influenced by AI and globalization. Workers are now facing a more uncertain job market, with some turning to side businesses and networks for support and new opportunities.

via Business Insider|

#business #career-transition #economic-impact

world10 months ago•5 min saved

Microsoft Veteran Leaves Amid Layoffs and AI Shift, Faces Financial Struggles

Mody Khan, a former Microsoft cloud architect, has been unemployed for nine months following layoffs and faces financial hardship, including risk of losing his home, amid a challenging tech job market influenced by company restructuring, age bias, and regional biases.

via Business Insider|

#age-bias #economic-impact #job-search

world10 months ago•2 min saved

Diablo Developers Unionize Amid Microsoft Layoff Concerns

Blizzard's Diablo team has formed a union with over 450 members, joining other Microsoft workers in seeking better job security, fair compensation, and improved workplace conditions following recent layoffs, as part of a broader movement across the gaming and entertainment industries.

via Eurogamer|

#blizzard-union #diablo-team #industry-change

business11 months ago•2 min saved

ZeniMax Employees Criticize Microsoft's Mass Layoffs and Uncertain Future

ZeniMax staff criticize Microsoft's mass layoffs, describing them as inhumane and chaotic, with many workers affected and key knowledge lost, leaving the remaining employees to face a bleak future amidst studio cancellations and project shutdowns.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|

#business #inhumane-layoffs #microsoft-layoffs

business11 months ago•3 min saved

ZeniMax Employees Criticize Microsoft's 'Inhumane' Xbox Layoffs and Uncertain Future

ZeniMax employees criticize Microsoft's recent mass layoffs, describing the process as inhumane and chaotic, with significant emotional and practical impacts on staff, despite Microsoft's public messaging of success and growth. Union support has helped mitigate some effects, but morale remains low amid ongoing industry layoffs.

via Eurogamer|

#business #employee-impact #microsoft-layoffs

technology11 months ago•5 min saved

Wisconsin Game Developer Faces Layoffs Amid Microsoft Cuts

Microsoft's recent layoffs in its gaming division, including at Raven Software in Wisconsin, reflect ongoing industry turmoil despite strong game sales, with broader industry layoffs and restructuring influenced by factors like AI integration and market saturation. Meanwhile, Wisconsin aims to capitalize on the industry with new legislation and local development efforts.

via WPR|

#gaming-sector-restructuring #microsoft-layoffs #raven-software

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

ZeniMax Devs Decry Loss of Future Amid Xbox MMO Cancellation

Microsoft is set to lay off most of the 222 employees at ZeniMax Online Studios who worked on the canceled MMORPG Blackbird, with negotiations ongoing for severance packages. The project, in development since 2018 and highly regarded by Microsoft CEO Phil Spencer, was abruptly shelved, leading to significant job losses and community disappointment. Union efforts aim to support affected workers through severance and dignity in departure, amid broader concerns about layoffs within Microsoft and Xbox.

via Windows Central|

#blackbird-project #game-development #microsoft-layoffs

business1 year ago•4 min saved

Microsoft's Layoffs Impact WA State and the Gaming Industry

Microsoft announced approximately 9,000 layoffs globally, with around 830 affecting Washington state, primarily in Bellevue and Redmond, as part of organizational restructuring amid increased AI investments. The layoffs are expected to have localized economic effects, especially on high-wage jobs, but are unlikely to significantly impact the broader state economy. Meanwhile, Microsoft is also investing heavily in AI, aiming to position Washington as a leader in the sector.

via The Olympian|

#ai-investment #business #economic-impact

gaming1 year ago•1 min saved

Sea of Thieves to Reveal New Features and Community Updates Amid Microsoft Changes

Rare will host its first community direct for Sea of Thieves to discuss upcoming content and features, amid recent layoffs at Microsoft that led to the cancellation of the game Everwild and the departure of key developers, including Gregg Mayles and Louise O’Connor, as part of broader organizational changes at Microsoft.

via Video Games Chronicle|

#everwild #game-development #gaming

technology1 year ago•8 min saved

Xbox Game Pass Faces Scrutiny Amid Industry Concerns and Layoffs

Following significant layoffs at Microsoft, questions have arisen about the financial health of Xbox Game Pass, with debates over its profitability and impact on retail game sales. While Microsoft claims Game Pass is profitable, some industry insiders suggest it may not fully account for lost sales from first-party titles, raising concerns about its long-term sustainability and effects on the gaming ecosystem. The service's future remains uncertain, balancing consumer benefits with potential risks to the broader industry.

via Windows Central|

#cannibalization #gaming-industry #microsoft-layoffs