id Software Lost Around 50% of Its Staff in Xbox Layoffs

Microsoft's new gaming boss Asha Sharna has triggered a major "reset" of the division, resulting in over 3,000 job cuts this week. id Software, the studio behind the DOOM franchise, reportedly lost around 50% of its team. Details are emerging from former Xbox and Bethesda employees. Double Fine, makers of Psychonauts, is among the studios that regained independence.