Microsoft begins consultation as Ninja Theory staff reportedly laid off
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What we know
Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Department affected: Halo Studios (Xbox game studios).
Based on news reporting.
Summary
Microsoft announced on September 22 that two agreements involving Ninja Theory had fallen through and said it would consult employees about a proposed studio closure while exploring other options. Reports indicate that layoffs at Ninja Theory were underway by October 5, 2026, putting the future of the Cambridge-based studio and its newly revealed game, Senua, in doubt. Microsoft framed the action as employee consultations over a proposed closure after failed agreements. The article does not state a specific number of employees affected.
Microsoft Corporation cut 230 jobs affecting its Halo Studios (Xbox game studios) team as of October 5, 2026.
That is roughly 0.1% of the 228,000 people Microsoft Corporation employs.
LayoffTalk has tracked 52 layoff events at Microsoft Corporation since January 2023, including 4,344 jobs documented in official WARN filings, with 37 additional events known from news reporting.
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