Xbox Transformation: Microsoft Reshapes Teams Amid Racing Franchise Struggles

Microsoft is now facing a transformative period in its gaming division that may reshape several of its key production teams. Recent discussions in industry circles suggest that significant staff reductions are on the horizon.

Reports indicate that as many as 2,000 roles within the Xbox group could be impacted. Among these, the creative team behind one of the popular racing game series appears to be at the greatest risk.

• The newest release in the franchise has not met the high expectations of its fan base and has underperformed in sales.
• A protracted and costly development cycle has led the company to shift its emphasis toward another highly successful series.

Even though no formal confirmation has been provided by… Microsoft, industry insiders expect an announcement in the near future. Some speculate that these shifts could even lead to the closure of entire production units, signaling a period of substantial change for the Xbox division.