Xbox just laid off a core Bethesda artist who worked on Skyrim, Oblivion, Morrowind, Fallout 3, and Fallout 4 –…

Microsoft's recent wave of layoffs has impacted Bethesda, with lead character artist Christiane Meister, a 27-year veteran who worked on major titles like Skyrim, Oblivion, Morrowind, Fallout 3, and Fallout 4, being let go. This move highlights significant cuts within Microsoft's gaming division, affecting core talent behind beloved franchises.

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GAME Fallout 4
GAME The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
GAME The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind
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GAME The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
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Bethesda Hit by Layoffs, Union Criticizes Microsoft

Dozens of programmers, artists, designers, and testers have been laid off across Bethesda studios. Employees not working on major franchises like Elder Scrolls or Fallout appear most affected. Unions are condemning the cuts and advocating for affected workers.

COMPANY Bethesda
GAME The Elder Scrolls 6

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Fallout 5, The Elder Scrolls 6, Blade, and More: As Xbox Layoffs Hit Hard, What's Going on at Bethesda?Bethesda Game Studios, id Software, and ZeniMax Online Studios were affected by recent Xbox layoffs. The cuts impact development teams working on titles such as Fallout 5, The Elder Scrolls 6, and Blade. IGN · 3 days ago
Bethesda's last Skyrim concept artist has been laid off after "almost 18 years of dedication to The Elder Scrolls, Fallout, and Starfield" amid Xbox cuts: "It has been my honor"Ray Lederer, the last concept artist from the original Skyrim team at Bethesda Softworks, has been laid off after nearly 18 years. His tenure included work on The Elder Scrolls, Fallout, and Starfield. This layoff is part of broader restructuring and cuts within Xbox's gaming division. Retro Gamer · 4 days ago
Microsoft lays off Bethesda vet behind Todd Howard's "crazy" Fallout 4 idea, "too many Skyrim weapons to count," the Dwemer, and Mudcrabs – and he may leave games altogetherMicrosoft's ongoing layoffs have impacted Bethesda, with veteran artist Dane Olds, responsible for significant art assets in games like Skyrim, Fallout 4, and Starfield, being let go. Olds, who has been with Bethesda for nearly 20 years, is considering leaving the game industry. This follows other layoffs at the studio, raising concerns about the development of The Elder Scrolls 6. Retro Gamer · 5 days ago

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