# id Software provides proof of life, says it 'still has the crew we need to build the games and tech we're known for' after massive layoffs

> Microsoft's cuts across Xbox studios, totaling 3,200 by later this year, included a massive reduction at id Software.

- **Source:** [Pcgamer](https://www.pcgamer.com/gaming-industry/id-software-provides-proof-of-life-says-it-still-has-the-crew-we-need-to-build-the-games-and-tech-were-known-for-after-massive-layoffs/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a5161cbfdbdfe93eb6caf5a)
- **Published:** 2026-07-10
- **Category:** Gaming
- **Tags:** #microsoft #xbox #windows
- **Canonical:** http://localhost:4321/a/6a5161cbfdbdfe93eb6caf5a

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