Microsoft Xbox Lays Off Halo Cinematic Director Days After Promotion
· Technology · LiveMint, Hindustan Times
Halo Studios Cinematic Director Josh Daniels lost his job amid the latest round of layoffs at Microsoft's Xbox division just days after receiving a promotion. Daniels was among 268 employees affected by cutbacks announced by Chief Content Officer Matt Booty. The downsizing forms part of Microsoft's broader plan to eliminate 3,200 jobs across its gaming division. Daniels spent 11 years under the Xbox umbrella, including nearly nine years at Turn 10 Studios working on Forza Motorsport before joining Halo Studios in July 2024. The cuts coincide with Xbox handing over development of the next Halo game to Activision.
Why it matters
The high-profile layoff underscores ongoing instability within major gaming studios and signals potential creative shifts for the flagship Halo franchise.
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