Recent major layoffs within Microsoft’s Xbox division, affecting thousands of employees, have reportedly extended to well-established studios like id Software. The creators of iconic franchises such as Doom and Quake were among those impacted by the widespread organizational changes, with early reports suggesting a challenging outlook for the developer.
Following these developments, Hugo Martin, the director behind the latest Doom installments, reportedly countered claims that the esteemed first-person shooter studio had been extensively reshaped. Despite his optimistic assessment of id Software’s current state, sources indicate that both current and former employees are now expressing views that diverge from his positive outlook, suggesting a different reality for the developer. This report is based on information initially shared by Eurogamer.
