#studio-consolidation

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• Xbox Announces Second Wave of Layoffs and Studio Consolidation

  23 Sep, 2026

  Xbox plans a second round of layoffs and studio consolidation in September 2026, tightening focus on flagship franchises and squeezing margins.

• Xbox job cuts 268: Restructuring shakes up studios and future releases

  23 Sep, 2026

  Xbox job cuts 268 as part of a wider restructuring that merges studios, expands Activision's remit and moves casual games under King.

• Xbox to Announce Second Round of Layoffs Amid Studio Consolidation

  22 Sep, 2026

  Xbox is set to roll out a second wave of layoffs this week, according to a report by The Information cited by gamesindustry.biz.