Microsoft Lays Off 650 Employees in Latest Round of Gaming Division Cuts

Microsoft is cutting 650 roles across its gaming division as part of a restructuring effort. The layoffs, announced in a memo from Xbox chief Phil Spencer on September 12, are linked to the company’s ongoing integration of Activision Blizzard. Spencer emphasized that the cuts mainly affect corporate and support functions, and that no games, devices, or experiences are being canceled, nor are any studios being closed as part of the changes. The restructuring aims to position Microsoft Gaming for long-term success.