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"You Can't Rule Out The Possibility That Executives Are Idiots" - John Carmack On Microsoft's Gutting Of id Software

1 · Time Extension · July 10, 2026, 9:03 a.m.
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The blog post discusses concerns over Microsoft's acquisition of id Software and its impact on the studio, highlighting recent layoffs and the hope for the studio's recovery. It reflects on the legacy of id Software while raising questions about the decisions made by executives post-acquisition.
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