Satoru Iwata’s Stance on Layoffs Remains Relevant in 2026
As industry layoffs persist, Satoru Iwata’s 2013 philosophy on employee retention and financial responsibility at Nintendo remains a point of industry discussion.
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Arrowhead QA Manager Calls Out Industry 'Vultures' Amid Layoffs
Arrowhead QA manager Dave Gallacher criticizes industry layoffs at Xbox, Ubisoft, and Embracer, calling for worker-owned studio alternatives.
Xbox Workers Plan Protests for July 15 Following Mass Layoffs
The CWA has organized protests across six Xbox-owned locations for July 15, 2026, following mass layoffs at ZeniMax, id Software, and Obsidian.
Ubisoft Barcelona Staff Strike Following Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced
Following the release of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, 51 employees at Ubisoft Barcelona face layoffs, sparking a three-day union strike.
id Software Producer Blames Xbox for Layoffs and Industry Stagnation
id Software producer Andrew Willis claims Xbox layoffs at the Doom studio are part of a broader industry failure driven by corporate mismanagement.
Ubisoft Cites Talent Loss as 'High Risk' Amid Ongoing Restructuring
Ubisoft's latest annual report identifies the loss of key talent and difficulty attracting new staff as significant risks following years of layoffs.
Compulsion Games Now Independent Following Xbox Layoffs
Following recent Xbox Game Studios layoffs, Compulsion Games has confirmed its return to independent status and is now open for co-development opportunities.
Build A Rocket Boy Faces Staff Protests Over MindsEye Fan Playtest
Former and current staff at Build A Rocket Boy are protesting an 'extravagant' MindsEye fan playtest following mass layoffs at the studio.
ZeniMax Online Studios Reassures Fans Following Xbox Layoffs
ZeniMax Online Studios confirms The Elder Scrolls Online is not entering maintenance mode following staff reductions at Bethesda and Xbox.
Zenimax Online Studios Planning Revised Roadmap for The Elder Scrolls Online
Following recent Xbox layoffs, Zenimax Online Studios confirms a revised roadmap for The Elder Scrolls Online but promises to continue delivering new content.
Xbox Confirms Layoffs and Studio Restructuring Under CEO Asha Sharma
Xbox is laying off 3,200 employees, with four studios transitioning to new management as CEO Asha Sharma shifts focus to the company's strongest franchises.
Elder Scrolls Online Development Continues Following Xbox Layoffs
ZeniMax Online Studios confirms The Elder Scrolls Online will continue development with a revised roadmap following recent company-wide layoffs.
Bungie Ends Destiny 2 Updates Following Staff Layoffs
Destiny 2 servers remain online, but Bungie has ceased development on the shooter to focus on other projects following significant staff layoffs in 2026.
Obsidian Director Defends Studio DNA Following Recent Layoffs
The Outer Worlds 2 director Brandon Adler hits back at claims that Obsidian has lost its identity following recent staff cuts at the studio.
Obsidian Entertainment Hit by Layoffs Amid New Fallout Project Reports
Obsidian Entertainment confirms layoffs following a major Microsoft restructure, while reports suggest Josh Sawyer is leading a new Fallout project.
Zenimax Online Studios Sees Massive Layoffs as ESO Future Uncertain
Zenimax Online Studios has lost 213 developers this week, bringing total layoffs to 275 since 2025, casting doubt on the future of The Elder Scrolls Online.
Obsidian Entertainment Shifts Focus to New Fallout Game Following Layoffs
Following 25% staff cuts at Obsidian Entertainment, the studio is now developing a new Fallout title as Microsoft streamlines its major franchises.
Microsoft Denies Xbox Layoff Conspiracy Theory Regarding H-1B Visas
Microsoft’s Frank X. Shaw refutes claims that recent Xbox layoffs were designed to replace American workers with foreign employees on H-1B visas.
id Software Addresses Studio Size Following Recent Xbox Layoffs
id Software has released a statement regarding its current studio size and future projects following recent layoffs across Xbox internal teams.
Microsoft Denies Xbox Layoffs Are Linked to H-1B Visa Hiring
Microsoft communications lead Frank Shaw addresses rumors, confirming the 3,200 Xbox job cuts are for business restructuring, not to replace staff with H-1B workers.
id Software Confirms Studio Size Following Recent Layoffs
Following company-wide Xbox layoffs, id Software confirms its current team size is comparable to the headcount during the development of DOOM (2016).
Xbox Employees Face Uncertainty as Layoffs Extend Over Fiscal Year
Following 1,600 job cuts and studio divestments, remaining Xbox staff are being asked to do more with less while facing potential future redundancies.
id Software Responds to Massive Layoffs: 'We Still Have the Crew We Need'
Following recent massive layoffs, id Software has issued a statement confirming they retain the necessary staff to continue building their signature tech and games.
id Software Denies It Has Been Cut to 'Support Studio' Size
Following recent layoffs, id Software has addressed claims that the studio is being scaled down, confirming it maintains its team size from 2016.
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Avowed Sequel Canceled: What to Play Instead
Obsidian has canceled the sequel to Avowed following recent layoffs. Here are the best fantasy and sci-fi RPGs to play if you are looking for a similar experience.
ALGS Split 1 Playoffs: Team Vision’s Comeback and Meta Shift
Team Vision players Carter, Zach, and LOTR31 discuss their ALGS Split 1 Playoffs performance, the return of Seer to the meta, and their goal to beat Elite Esports.
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Arrowhead QA Manager Calls Out Industry 'Vultures' Amid Layoffs
Arrowhead QA manager Dave Gallacher criticizes industry layoffs at Xbox, Ubisoft, and Embracer, calling for worker-owned studio alternatives.
Ubisoft Barcelona Staff Strike Following Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced
Following the release of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, 51 employees at Ubisoft Barcelona face layoffs, sparking a three-day union strike.
Build A Rocket Boy Faces Staff Protests Over MindsEye Fan Playtest
Former and current staff at Build A Rocket Boy are protesting an 'extravagant' MindsEye fan playtest following mass layoffs at the studio.
ZeniMax Online Studios Reassures Fans Following Xbox Layoffs
ZeniMax Online Studios confirms The Elder Scrolls Online is not entering maintenance mode following staff reductions at Bethesda and Xbox.