XBOX DIVISION BRACES FOR MAJOR LAYOFFS

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma hinted at the cuts last month when she referenced "making hard choices" for the division. Microsoft has been preparing internally for weeks ahead of the restructuring. The scope of the layoffs remains unclear, but sources indicate potential studio closures or changes to the Xbox studio portfolio are on the table. Bloomberg first reported the layoffs, while gaming outlet Giant Bomb cited rumors of approximately 1,000 affected employees across the division. This marks another round of tech industry restructuring, as companies continue adjusting their workforces. Xbox's parent company Microsoft has conducted multiple rounds of layoffs in recent years, including cuts to its gaming division previously. The exact timeline for announcements and the specific studios or roles affected have not been detailed. More information is expected as next month approaches.