Xbox Division Confirms Fifth Round of Layoffs, Affecting 3,200 Employees

Microsoft's Xbox division has announced a fifth wave of significant job cuts since 2023, impacting 3,200 employees across its Bethesda, ZeniMax Online Studios, and id Software subsidiaries. The affected staff were reportedly informed through brief video calls where their microphones and cameras were disabled, a method criticized by some as insensitive. These ongoing layoffs highlight continued restructuring within the gaming giant.