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Xbox had a terrible strategy, and now they're laying off 3,200 people and ditching 5 studios

· Birchtree · July 9, 2026, 11:06 p.m.
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The blog post discusses Xbox's recent strategic missteps, highlighting their shift towards Game Pass and multi-platform content which, despite creating value, did not meet expected growth rates, ultimately leading to significant layoffs and studio closures.
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