Xbox announces major restructuring with layoffs and studio spin-offs, drawing mixed public reaction
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Ash Parrish
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Xbox is undergoing a massive reorganization described as "the most significant restructure in Xbox history," involving severe layoffs, the spinning off of Compulsion Games and Double Fine as independent studios, and transferring ownership of Ninja Theory and Undead Labs to new entities. While some beloved studios remain open, the extreme layoffs signal worsening conditions in the gaming industry. The announcement has drawn mixed reactions from the public, ranging from relief that some studios survive to rage over what many see as tone-deaf corporate excuses.
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· 3 pulledThe most significant restructure in Xbox history
Another stream of tone deaf excuses
Though some of Xbox's most beloved studios are remaining open, the extreme layoffs spell even worse times ahead for the industry
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