Microsoft to cut another 650 jobs as part of restructuring following Activision Blizzard merger

Microsoft initiated a new round of restructuring in its gaming division, resulting in the reduction of about another 650 employees. This was reported edition The Verge, referring to the letter of the head Microsoft Gaming Phil SpencerThe layoffs affected corporate and support positions and are related to the ongoing merger with Activision Blizzard.

Despite the cuts, Spencer stressed that Microsoft has no plans to close studios or cancel current projects. According to him, during this difficult period, the company strives for team unity and care for each other.

It is worth noting that after the merger with Activision Blizzard, Microsoft already fired about 2000 employees and closed several studios. Recently the studio Tango Gameworks was acquired by a Korean publishing house krafton, Toys for bob gained independence.