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.
Games
Perfect Dark Developer Refutes Claims of Fake Gameplay Reveal: 'It's More Authentic Than You Assume'
The team behind Perfect Dark addresses skepticism regarding their recent gameplay showcase, asserting its authenticity despite rumors of deceit.
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
Joanna Dark's voice actor calls for support to revive Perfect Dark after its cancellation
In light of the recent cancellation of Perfect Dark, Alix Wilton Regan encourages fans to rally for the game's survival.
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
Xbox Execs Enthusiastically Demoed ZeniMax's Cancelled MMO Before Heartbreaking Cancellation
Despite initial excitement over early gameplay tests, Xbox executives faced a harsh reality as the promising MMO by ZeniMax was shelved, leaving behind an upset development team.
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 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.
Gaming Industry
Cancellation of Rare's Everwild Amid Microsoft Layoffs
Rare's game Everwild, in development for a decade, has been cancelled as Microsoft announces significant layoffs.
Gaming Industry
Phil Spencer Highlights Microsoft's Continued Gaming Success Amid Massive Layoffs
Despite laying off thousands, Microsoft maintains its commitment to gaming innovation, according to Phil Spencer.
Gaming Industry
Microsoft Cancels Highly Anticipated Perfect Dark Reboot, Shuts Down Developer The Initiative
Microsoft's layoffs lead to the cancellation of the Perfect Dark reboot and the closure of The Initiative studio.
Gaming Industry
Matt Firor Exits ZeniMax Online Studios Amid Mass Layoffs
The long-serving director of The Elder Scrolls Online, Matt Firor, announces his departure from ZeniMax Online Studios, following substantial layoffs by Microsoft.
Gaming
Confirmed: Seven New Games Coming to Xbox Game Pass This July
Microsoft reveals the Wave 1 lineup for Xbox Game Pass, featuring seven new games to be added soon.
Gaming
'Xbox Hardware is No More' - Founding Xbox Team Member Shares Gloomy Outlook
Laura Fryer, an original member of the Xbox team, critiques Microsoft's current hardware strategy and declares the Xbox brand's future uncertain.
Hardware
Microsoft to Replace the Infamous Blue Screen of Death with a Darker Variant
Microsoft plans to revamp the well-known Blue Screen of Death, ditching its iconic blue color for a darker tone as part of an update coming this summer.
Gaming Industry
Microsoft May Use AI Requirement as a Standard in Employee Evaluations
Internal Microsoft memo suggests integrating AI tools into employee performance reviews.
News
Last-Ditch Effort to Extend Windows 10 Support Amid Transition to Windows 11
A new update from Microsoft allows Windows 10 users to secure an additional year of updates.
