Microsoft Plans Xbox Layoffs, May Close Arkane and Cancel Blade Game

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Microsoft is preparing to announce a significant round of layoffs across its Xbox gaming division as early as next week. The cuts are expected to result in studio closures or spinoffs, potential studio mergers, and game cancellations. At least five studios are reportedly under consideration for closure, including France-based Arkane Studios, known for the Dishonored series. Arkane's in-development Marvel's Blade game is also at risk of being canceled as part of the broader cost-cutting measures. The full scope of the restructuring has not yet been officially confirmed by Microsoft.

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