Xbox September Layoffs: 268 Jobs Cut And Studios Reshuffled
Xbox’s September layoffs cut 268 jobs as Halo, Bethesda and other studios are reshuffled. Here’s what Microsoft’s restructuring means for its game teams.
Rants
Releases
Black Pony Studio Launch: What Harvey Smith’s New Team Is Building
Black Pony Studio’s launch reveals Harvey Smith and Ben Horne’s plans for a narrative-rich, single-player action RPG in the immersive-sim tradition.
Retro
White House Tetris: The Build the Wall Game That Vanished
White House Tetris vanished days after The Tetris Company challenged Build the Wall. Explore the political and intellectual property dispute behind the game’s removal.
Rumors
Supermassive Layoffs Completed, More Than 70 Reportedly Gone
Supermassive Games layoffs appear complete, with more than 70 employees reportedly gone. The studio has yet to confirm the final count.
Raves
Gamescom Attendance Record: 2026 Numbers Vs. The All-Time High
The Gamescom attendance record still belongs to 2019. In 2026, 368,000 visitors came close. See how the event’s global reach compares with its peak.
Rumors
Steam September Revenue Hit a Record as PC Costs Climbed
Steam set a September revenue record at an estimated $1.7 billion, even as PC costs climbed. Explore what drove the surge and what it means for gamers.
Releases
September 2026’s Game Release Glut, By The Numbers
September 2026’s game release glut varies by calendar. Compare release counts, platform coverage and the September 24 clash making the month feel packed.
Releases
Triple-I October Showcase: The Reveals Worth Your Attention
Triple-i October showcase packed 35-plus announcements into 45 minutes. Explore top reveals, including Machinarium 2 and the DAVE THE DIVER and Subnautica 2 crossover.
Raves
Golden Joystick Nominees 2026: The Public-Vote Scorecard
Explore the 2026 Golden Joystick nominees, compare public vote favorites with critic scores, and see what the ballot reveals about gaming’s biggest contenders.
Releases
Xbox XP Division: What The New Unit Actually Does
What does the new Xbox XP division actually do? See how it expands franchises through film, TV, merchandise, partnerships, and live experiences.