Doom's Shadow: id Software Feels the Impact of Microsoft's Layoff Wave

Even legendary studios like id Software have not escaped the fallout from Microsoft's massive restructuring. Two weeks after announcing 3,200 layoffs and a sweeping overhaul of its Xbox division, the storied developer has felt the sting. While Doom director Hugo Martin attempted to reassure the community that the studio hasn't been reduced to mere support duties, current and former employees paint a different picture. The situation reflects a deeper crisis rippling through the gaming industry, where even revered and globally renowned studios cannot shield themselves from harsh economic realities.