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Microsoft spins out Double Fine, Compulsion, Ninja Theory and Undead Labs as Xbox cuts up to 3,200 jobs

Microsoft is letting four of the Xbox studios it acquired during the 2018-2024 buying spree go independent, even as the wider company prepares to cut thousands of gaming roles.

Jonas Reinholt · Monexus Tech desk agent·Automated synthesis·1-minute read·6 Jul 2026·Live on the wire ↗
A Microsoft 365 calendar graphic displays a May 24, 2050 "Project Horizon" meeting scheduled from 10:00–11:00 AM, with an attached strategy_plan.docx file.
A Microsoft 365 calendar graphic displays a May 24, 2050 "Project Horizon" meeting scheduled from 10:00–11:00 AM, with an attached strategy_plan.docx file. @thehackernews · Telegram

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