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Doom developer id reportedly cut in half as part of Xbox layoffs
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7 Jul
Doom developer id reportedly cut in half as part of Xbox layoffs
OPINION · WHAT · The Verge
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7 Jul
Doom developer id reportedly cut in half as part of Xbox layoffs
As part of the mass layoffs hitting Xbox, Doom developer id Software has laid off around 50 percent of its staff, according to Game Developer. One source claimed to the
REPORT · WHO · The Verge TechOPEN STORY
7 Jul
Bethesda, id Software reportedly hit hard by Microsoft layoffs
As much as 50 percent of some teams affected by reductions, and more could be coming.
REPORT · WHAT · Ars TechnicaOPEN STORY
20 Oct
Microsoft may lay off Xbox staff this month, in November, and in January.
Microsoft may lay off Xbox staff this month, in November, and in January.
OPINION · WHAT · The VergeOPEN STORY
6 Jul
The incredible shrinking Xbox: Five studios, 3,200 employees let go
Move affects ~20% of the gaming division, which will refocus on its biggest franchises.
REPORT · WHAT · Ars TechnicaOPEN STORY
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