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Microsoft Xbox to cut jobs, close studios, Obsidian safe

Published 2 July 2026

Microsoft's Xbox division is preparing for a significant restructuring, with plans for mass layoffs and potential studio closures expected to be finalized next week. While the beloved RPG developer Obsidian Entertainment has been confirmed as safe from closure, several other prominent studios remain at risk.

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