Content overview: “id Software Boss Says 'We're Doing Great' After Losing Half of Studio in Xbox Cuts”. Legendary Doom and Quake developer id Software was hit hard by Microsoft's sweeping Xbox layoffs earlier this year, with about 136 employees reportedly let go—roughly half of the studio. The cuts came as part of a major business reset under Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, which impacted multiple Microsoft-own The cuts came as part of a major business reset under Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, which impacted multiple Microsoft-owned studios.
Despite the significant downsizing, id Software's leadership struck an optimistic tone, insisting the team is 'doing great' and remains focused on future projects. The layoffs raise questions about the direction of Microsoft's gaming division and the fate of its storied franchises. For fans and industry watchers, the resilience of id Software will be a key storyline to follow in the months ahead. For the complete material, the listing points back to the source inside the network.