Xbox Game Studios Chief Craig Duncan Departs Microsoft Amid Growing Concern Over Layoffs and Possible Studio Shutdowns

Head of Xbox Game Studios Craig Duncan and chief of staff Louise O’Connor are departing Microsoft amid warnings about slim profits and reports of imminent layoffs and possible studio shutdowns. Studios will report to Matt Booty for now. Analysts also point to potential ad-supported Game Pass. This shake-up could impact staffing and budgets across first-party teams, including audio departments.

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