Gaming Industry
The Chinese Room Gains Independence While Reducing Workforce for the Second Time
The developer of Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2, The Chinese Room, acquires its independence, but faces layoffs as part of this transition.
Gaming Industry
Oblivion Remastered Developer Facing Major Layoffs
Virtuos studio, known for developing Oblivion Remastered, will reportedly lay off around 300 employees despite the game's commercial success.
Gaming Industry
Microsoft's Laid-Off King Developers Replaced by AI They Built
Laid-off staff at King reportedly being replaced by the AI tools they developed.
Hardware
Intel Faces Significant Job Cuts with Reports of 4,000 Layoffs in Multiple States
Intel's operational hardships lead to massive layoffs, signaling deeper corporate issues.
Corporate News
Microsoft's Corporate Tone Deafness: AI Hiring Post Sparks Outrage
Microsoft faces backlash for a poorly received AI-generated hiring image amidst mass layoffs and corporate restructuring.
Gaming Industry
Developers React to Microsoft's Cancellation of ZeniMax MMO Game
After Microsoft announced mass layoffs, ZeniMax Online Studios developers express their disappointment over the canceled MMO project that Phil Spencer reportedly loved.
Gaming Industry
EA Japan Executive Criticizes Microsoft's Job Cuts Amid Shareholder Pressure
The general manager of EA Japan expresses concern over Microsoft’s layoffs and the demands exerted by shareholders for short-term returns, highlighting the cultural differences in Japan regarding layoffs.
Business
EA Japan's President Voices Concerns Over Microsoft's Layoffs
Shaun Noguchi, the president of EA Japan, expresses his pain regarding the recent layoffs at Microsoft, calling them a misguided approach to business.
Business
Closure of Romero Games Following Microsoft Funding Withdrawal
Romero Games has shut down after Microsoft pulled funding just a day after meetings with the studio, leading to over 100 job losses.
Gaming
Former Forza Developer Claims Original Motorsport Series Faces Extinction Due to Microsoft Layoffs, But Forza Horizon Thrives
A former employee reveals that Microsoft’s recent job cuts have led to the demise of the Forza Motorsport series, while the Forza Horizon spinoff continues to flourish.
Gaming Industry
CWA Union Critiques Microsoft Layoffs Amid Prosperity
The Media Union expresses disappointment over recent layoffs at Microsoft, emphasizing the need for workers' rights amidst corporate consolidation.
Corporate Culture
Microsoft Layoff Reactions: Xbox Executive's AI Suggestion Backfires
An Xbox executive's suggestion to use AI for emotional support amidst layoffs draws criticism and highlights the disparity between corporate management and employee experiences.
Gaming
Xbox Game Studios Producer Criticized for AI Remarks Following Mass Layoffs
An Xbox executive sparks backlash for suggesting AI tools to employees laid off after significant workforce reductions.
Gaming Industry
Hideo Kojima's Mysterious OD Seems Safe After Microsoft's Recent Layoffs
Despite Microsoft's recent layoffs and game cancellations, Hideo Kojima's upcoming project, OD, reportedly remains safe for now.
Gaming Industry
Game Developers Critique Microsoft's Layoff Strategy as a Major Loss of Talent
In reaction to Microsoft's recent layoffs, game developers express their concerns about the industry's direction and the impact on talent.
Gaming Industry
Romero Games Faces Closure After Funding Cuts, Microsoft Implicated
Romero Games struggles as its latest shooter project loses funding unexpectedly, leading to potential studio closure amidst broader industry layoffs.
Gaming Industry
MindsEye Executive Points to 'Sabotage' Amid Development Crisis and Planned Re-Launch
The development team at MindsEye is facing layoffs while plans are made for a potential re-launch amid ongoing controversies.
Gaming Industry
New MMO Project at ZeniMax Shelved Amidst Mass Layoffs at Microsoft
The cancellation of a new MMO by ZeniMax follows a wave of layoffs within Microsoft's gaming division.
Gaming News
Impact of Microsoft's Layoffs on Xbox Game Pass
Recent layoffs at Microsoft have raised concerns about the future of Xbox Game Pass and its game release pipeline.
Gaming Industry
Microsoft Refutes Rumors of Phil Spencer's Retirement
Microsoft clarifies that Phil Spencer, head of Xbox, is not retiring amidst significant layoffs within the company.
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