Doom co-creator John Romero weighs in on Xbox's cuts to id Software, underlines the importance of digital preservation and the studio's history

Doom co-creator John Romero expressed his sorrow over the recent layoffs at id Software, acknowledging the personal impact of such events. He also emphasized the critical importance of preserving id Software's historical contributions to gaming, including its code and assets, as the company faces potential restructuring and rumors about the future of its id Tech engine.

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Xbox Layoffs Hit id Software Hard

Xbox's recent widespread layoffs have significantly impacted id Software. Reports suggest up to half of the studio's staff may have been affected. This has led to concerns about future projects and the preservation of the studio's legacy.

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id Software Allegedly Cut In Half By Xbox ResetXbox is undergoing significant layoffs, impacting approximately 1,600 jobs. id Software has been hit particularly hard, with reports suggesting up to half of its staff may be cut, raising concerns about the studio's future projects and direction. Wolfs Gaming Blog · 7 days ago
Doom co-creator John Romero weighs in on Xbox's cuts to id Software, underlines the importance of digital preservation and the studio's historyDoom co-creator John Romero expressed his sorrow over the recent layoffs at id Software, acknowledging the personal impact of such events. He also emphasized the critical importance of preserving id Software's historical contributions to gaming, including its code and assets, as the company faces potential restructuring and rumors about the future of its id Tech engine. Eurogamer · 7 days ago