Microsoft Lays Off 650 Employees from Gaming Division Suddenly

Microsoft Lays Off 650 Employees from Gaming Division Suddenly

Microsoft has announced that it is laying off around 650 employees from its gaming division, according to an internal memo shared online. This move comes eight months after the company laid off a significant number of employees in its gaming division.

Reason Behind the Layoffs

The latest cuts are also related to the company’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard. In Xbox chief Phil Spencer’s memo to staff, he notes that the new cuts are part of aligning the post-acquisition team structure and managing the business.

Key Points from the Memo

A Message of Reassurance

Spencer’s memo aims to reassure staff that the layoffs are a necessary step to ensure the company’s long-term success. He emphasizes that the decision was not made lightly and that the company is committed to supporting the affected employees.

Microsoft has not responded to requests for comment on the layoffs. The company’s decision to lay off employees from its gaming division has raised concerns about the future of the industry. However, with the memo from Phil Spencer, it seems that the company is taking steps to restructure and reorganize its business for the better.