id Software Issues Statement Following Xbox Layoffs, Says It's Back to the Size It Was When It Made 2016's Doom

In the wake of significant layoffs at Xbox, id Software has released a statement acknowledging the impact on its team, noting that it has now returned to the size it had when it developed the critically acclaimed 2016 game Doom. These layoffs have affected around half of the staff at the renowned first-person shooter studio, raising concerns about the future of game development at the company. This move underscores the ongoing challenges in the gaming industry, where studios are navigating tough economic times and shifts in market dynamics.