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Xbox reportedly set to lay off hundreds more staff and "consolidate" several game studios in second round of major cuts this year
Microsoft's Xbox division is reportedly preparing for a second wave of significant layoffs, with hundreds of employees expected to be affected. The company is also rumored to be consolidating several of its game studios, including those under Bethesda, Activision, and Blizzard. This follows earlier cuts in July and a shift in focus towards established franchises.
Second wave of Xbox cuts reported to be happening this week, with "several" studios apparently facing consolidation
Microsoft's Xbox division is reportedly planning a second wave of layoffs this week, potentially affecting hundreds of employees and consolidating several studios. This follows a major restructuring in July and is part of Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's plan to return the gaming division to profitability by focusing on major franchises. The news has reportedly lowered morale among staff.
Halo Studios Eliminates 268 Roles, Activision Working on Next Halo Amid Xbox’s Reorganization
Xbox has confirmed significant layoffs and studio reorganizations, with 268 roles eliminated at Halo Studios. Activision is now developing the next Halo title with a new team, while Halo Studios will maintain a small support team. Other studios like World's Edge, Rare, Obsidian, Playground Games, Turn 10 Studios, and King have also been affected by the restructuring.
Zach Cregger's Resident Evil debuts to 97% on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the highest-rated live-action video game…
Zach Cregger's new Resident Evil movie has achieved a 97% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the highest-rated live-action video game adaptation ever. The film surpasses other acclaimed adaptations like The Last of Us and Fallout, and is praised for its fresh take on the franchise.
Laying off the people making The Elder Scrolls 6 while desperately trying to get The Elder Scrolls 6 finished "doesn't make any sense," says former Bethesda dev
Former Bethesda lore expert Kurt Kuhlmann criticizes Xbox owner Microsoft's decision to lay off veteran developers working on The Elder Scrolls 6, stating it makes no business sense. The layoffs, which impacted experienced creators rather than management, follow reports of pressure to speed up production for The Elder Scrolls 6 and Fallout.
GTA 6’s Stephen Root Is The Franchise’s Second-Ever Emmy Winning Actor
Actor Stephen Root, confirmed to voice Brian Heder in Grand Theft Auto 6, recently won his first Emmy for his performance in Widow's Bay. This makes him the second actor with an Emmy win to appear in a Grand Theft Auto game, following James Woods who voiced Mike Toreno in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.
Fallout dev Tim Cain says the games industry's volatility is 'always gonna be around': 'What's happening now isn't novel, it isn't new'
Fallout co-creator Tim Cain discusses the inherent volatility and cyclical nature of the games industry, stating that current issues like layoffs and consolidation are not new phenomena. He attributes these cycles to the industry's intersection of art and rapidly changing technology, advising workers to develop broad skills or hyper-specialize to navigate these challenges.
You can now play The Blood of Dawnwalker in split-screen co-op
A new mod for Rebel Wolves' RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker, enables split-screen co-op play on PC. Created by 'MrSecondPlayer,' the 'Dawnwalker Together' mod allows two players to share a screen, though it is currently in alpha and designed for single-player functionality. The game, which released nine days ago, already has a thriving modding community.
Fallout co-creator tells new devs terrified of layoffs they're "wrong" to expect making games to be a "stable job": "Art itself is inherently unstable"
Fallout co-creator Tim Cain asserts that the video game industry has never been stable and will not improve, advising new developers against expecting job security. He draws parallels to past industry crashes and technological shifts, highlighting current instability exacerbated by generative AI and the post-COVID-19 market.
'If you're designing an RPG, you have to go back to the source:' The post-apocalyptic RPG Entropy takes notes from Fallout and a long-abandoned Warhammer spinoff
The early access RPG Entropy draws inspiration from classic PC titles like Fallout and tabletop games such as Warhammer's Mordheim, alongside JRPGs like Final Fantasy 10. Lead developer James Wragg highlights the game's locational damage system and deep character customization as key features influenced by these sources.
Fallout Pinball Tables Announced by Stern Pinball
Stern Pinball has announced new pinball machines based on the Fallout franchise, including Pro, Premium, and Limited Edition models. The Limited Edition is capped at 770 units globally. The announcement follows the success of the Fallout RPGs and the Prime Video show.
The Most Epic Fantasy & Science Fiction Site in Reality
Starfield Portal, a website by Gfinity Digital Media, provides guides and news for the game Starfield. Their editorial team consists of Bethesda enthusiasts who have invested significant time in researching and playing Starfield, as well as other Bethesda titles like Fallout and The Elder Scrolls.
The Most Epic Fantasy & Science Fiction Site in Reality
Starfield Portal aims to provide guides and news for Starfield, written by passionate Bethesda enthusiasts with thousands of hours in Fallout and The Elder Scrolls games. The site emphasizes editorial integrity and independence, adhering to high standards for content creation and unbiased reviews.
The Most Epic Fantasy & Science Fiction Site in Reality
Starfield Portal is a website dedicated to providing guides and news for the game Starfield, created by passionate Bethesda enthusiasts. The editorial team emphasizes high standards of integrity and independence in their content creation.
The Most Epic Fantasy & Science Fiction Site in Reality
Starfield Portal is a website dedicated to providing guides and news for the game Starfield, created by passionate Bethesda enthusiasts. The site emphasizes editorial integrity and aims to deliver high-quality, well-researched content.
The Most Epic Fantasy & Science Fiction Site in Reality
Starfield Portal is a website dedicated to providing guides and news for the game Starfield, written by passionate Bethesda enthusiasts. The editorial team adheres to high standards of integrity and independence, ensuring unbiased content.
The Most Epic Fantasy & Science Fiction Site in Reality
Starfield Portal, operated by Gfinity Digital Media, aims to provide comprehensive guides and news for Starfield enthusiasts. The editorial team consists of passionate Bethesda fans who have extensive experience with the game and other Bethesda titles like Fallout and The Elder Scrolls.
"You can’t just throw new people at that problem": Bethesda devs doubt future Elder Scrolls and Fallout games will have the same "quality level", after losing seasoned staff to Xbox cuts
Unionized Bethesda Game Studios staff are expressing doubts about the company's ability to maintain its historical quality level for future Elder Scrolls and Fallout games following significant layoffs by Microsoft. Developers cite the loss of seasoned employees and institutional knowledge as critical factors that cannot be easily replaced, leading to concerns about the development of The Elder Scrolls VI and other titles. Negotiations over severance terms are ongoing, with union members feeling Microsoft's offers are insufficient.
Bethesda Employees Thought They Were Safe From Layoffs Thanks to Skyrim, Fallout
Former Bethesda Game Studios Austin developer Anne Barrett shared that employees felt secure from layoffs due to the success of games like The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim and Fallout, making Xbox's subsequent announcements even more shocking and devastating. The layoffs resulted in a significant drop in morale and a loss of institutional knowledge crucial for the company's proprietary game engine.
Skyrim and Fallout made Bethesda devs feel "safe" from mass layoffs before Xbox ended decades-long careers in…
Bethesda Game Studios developers, known for franchises like Skyrim and Fallout, felt secure from mass layoffs at Xbox, but were instead blindsided by job cuts affecting long-term employees. An employee described the experience as devastating, with meetings lasting only two minutes to end decades-long careers. The loss of institutional knowledge is a significant concern for future game quality.
