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DOOM co-creator John Romero’s studio, Romero Games, has been fully let go amid Microsoft’s recent layoffs. The move follows Xbox’s decision to reduce funding for new first-person shooter projects.
Following Microsoft’s layoff of 9,000 employees, Xbox producer Matt Turnbull recommended using AI to help ease the emotional and cognitive challenges associated with job loss. This highlights AI’s potential role in supporting workforce transitions.
The president of Elder Scrolls Online Studio is stepping down amid recent Microsoft layoffs. This leadership change marks a significant shift for the studio as it navigates ongoing industry challenges.
Microsoft Gaming has closed its studio The Initiative and canceled the development of Perfect Dark amid a wave of mass layoffs, reflecting ongoing restructuring efforts within the company’s gaming division.