The Fallout of Xbox’s Massive Layoffs – Unlocked Clips

As expected, layoffs at Microsoft and Xbox did happen this week, and they were unbelievably brutal. Approximately 9,000 people reportedly got laid off, multiple games were canceled, and entire studios were shut down.  What does this mean for the future of Xbox? We sort through the damage, discuss the human impact, and debate what’s next for the platform heading into 2026. Plus, how did we get here, and can Xbox bounce back?

For all the latest news and discussion around the always-busy and always-changing world of Xbox, be sure to check out Unlocked. It’s IGN’s weekly Xbox show, hosted by Ryan McCaffrey, Miranda Sanchez, and Michael Higham. New episodes of Unlocked drop every Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you get your shows, with full video versions on IGN.com and YouTube. Unlocked is produced by IGN, and part of the Geek Media podcast network.