Layoffs Canada

Xbox (Microsoft Gaming) Layoffs 2026 — 3,200 Jobs Cut in Quebec, Canada

3,200
employees affected
Media Report

Xbox is eliminating 3,200 jobs (20% of workforce) as part of the most significant restructure in Xbox history, with 1,600 employees cut immediately and another 1,600 over the next 12 months. The restructuring includes divesting from five studios including Montreal-based Compulsion Games, which will go independent with runway funding and ownership of its games.

Announced Date
July 6, 2026
Province
Quebec
City
Montreal
Industry
Technology
Laid Off
3,200(Confirmed actual layoffs)
Percentage
20%
Organization Type
public
Source
News Media
Organization
Xbox (Microsoft Gaming)
Total Employees
16,000

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Xbox cutting 3,200 jobs, divesting from 5 studios including Canada’s Compulsion

MobileSyrup·Jul 6, 2026