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Microsoft laid off id Software employees, and John Carmack’s response is hitting a nerve

Microsoft's mass layoffs at id Software have sparked debate over the studio's future and a notable reaction from John Carmack.

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Microsoft laid off employees at id Software, leading to an unclear future for the studio. id Software issued a statement claiming the team remains at the size it was during the production of DOOM 2016. The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.

Epilogue added 87d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Primary Driver: Microsoft's mass layoffs at id Software have sparked debate over the studio's future and a notable reaction from John Carmack.
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Microsoft has conducted significant layoffs at id Software, an event described by some coverage as an "Xbox bloodbath." In response, id Software issued a statement claiming the studio is now back to the size it was during the development of 2016's Doom, asserting they still have the necessary crew to build the technology and games for which they are known. Coverage from outlets including IGN, GamesIndustry.biz, and Wccftech emphasizes the contrast between the studio's claims of stability and the perceived brutality of the reset.

Windows Central highlights that a response from John Carmack regarding the situation is resonating with audiences. Future developments center on whether the studio can maintain its known quality with a reduced workforce, as Kotaku reports the future of the Doom studio remains unclear.

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Questions people are asking

How did id Software respond to the layoffs?

The studio stated it has the crew needed to build its known games and tech, noting its current size matches the team that created DOOM 2016.

Who is reacting to the news besides the studio?

According to Windows Central, John Carmack has issued a response that is hitting a nerve.

Which companies were involved in the layoffs?

Microsoft laid off employees at id Software.

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