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id Software May Have Lost 73.5% of Its Staff after Xbox Cuts, Crippling the DOOM Studio's Future
In a significant blow to id Software, up to 73.5% of its workforce has been cut following Xbox's recent layoffs, amounting to 136 positions at the studio. The WARN notice received indicates that the studio, previously numbering 185 employees, now faces challenges in continuing its successful game development, particularly for the DOOM franchise. The situation mirrors past layoffs in the industry that have reshaped other studios into support roles.
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Published 8 Jul 2026, 18:20 UTC3 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- id Software reportedly lost 136 out of 185 employees.
- The layoffs raise concerns about the future of the DOOM franchise.
- A WARN notice filed in Texas highlighted extensive job cuts.
- id Software's recent success with DOOM may not prevent these issues.
- The studio formed a union just prior to the layoffs.
Interesting facts
- ZeniMax Media's layoffs included reductions in both id Software and Bethesda Game Studios.
- This could mark a significant shift in id Software's operational capacity.
- The studio's last major title was critically acclaimed despite reduced sales.