Location: Maryland, USA.
Department affected: Video Game Division.
Based on news reporting.
Microsoft Corporation has laid off approximately 100 employees from its video game division in Maryland. This decision is part of a broader restructuring effort within the company, which has been facing challenges in the gaming market. The layoffs occurred on October 1, 2023, and have raised concerns among remaining staff about the future direction of the division. Microsoft has not provided specific details on the reasons behind these cuts, but they reflect ongoing adjustments in response to market conditions. The affected employees were primarily involved in game development and support roles.
Microsoft Corporation cut 100 jobs affecting its Video Game Division team as of October 1, 2023.
LayoffTalk has tracked 44 layoff events at Microsoft Corporation since January 2023, affecting a combined 84,418 employees.
Anonymous by default. Be kind — people reading this may be going through it right now.
Microsoft Corporation cut 100 jobs on October 1, 2023. If you were part of this round, what was your experience? Others going through it are reading. You can post anonymously below.
Share your story anonymously — it helps others reading this feel less alone.
Share your story →Recent tracked events at this company.