Topic: project cancellations
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Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Denies Retirement Rumors
Microsoft's gaming division, including Xbox, faced significant layoffs, leading to the cancellation of high-profile projects like "Everwild" and an unannounced MMO, though Phil Spencer remains in his leadership role. Xbox confirmed Phil Spencer has no plans to retire, debunking rumors of his depa...
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Upcoming Xbox Games Still Expected After Recent Layoffs
Microsoft cut 9,000 jobs (4% of its workforce), affecting Xbox studios like Blizzard and Rare, and leading to the shutdown of The Initiative and cancellation of projects like an unannounced ZeniMax MMO. Xbox leadership confirmed showcased titles remain on track, but the status of unfeatured games...
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Xbox Layoffs June 2025: Job Cuts, Studio Closures & Game Cancellations
Microsoft’s Xbox division announced major layoffs, studio closures, and project cancellations, marking its fourth round of job cuts in under two years amid industry challenges. High-profile projects like Rare’s "Everwild" and The Initiative’s "Perfect Dark" reboot were canceled, alongside smaller...
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Microsoft's Struggles With Game Studios Raise Concerns
Microsoft's gaming division faces significant challenges, including 9,000 layoffs and cancellations of high-profile projects like Everwild and Perfect Dark, revealing deeper studio management issues. The fallout extends to canceled games like Warcraft Rumble and unannounced projects, highlighting...
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Microsoft's Worst Gaming Disaster Yet | Opinion
Microsoft has laid off 9,000 employees, canceled high-profile projects, and shut down studios like The Initiative, raising concerns about its gaming strategy. Despite revenue growth, Microsoft is cutting jobs instead of reinvesting in creative teams, with subscriber stagnation casting doubt on it...
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Game Devs Slam Microsoft Layoffs as 'Colossal Waste of Talent'
Microsoft's layoffs of 9,000 employees, including from its Xbox division, have sparked industry outrage, with canceled projects like "Everwild" and studio closures like The Initiative. Industry veterans criticize the layoffs as misaligned with creativity, calling them a waste of talent and a symp...
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Sea of Thieves Dev Shares Somber Response to Xbox Layoffs
Rare's production director Drew Stevens addressed the cancellation of Everwild and its emotional impact on employees, citing creative challenges and shifting priorities. Stevens emphasized supporting affected staff and acknowledged the broader team's distress, while expressing gratitude for fan...
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