Xbox announced a major internal restructuring that places the Halo franchise under Activision's control, with Halo Studios reduced to a small community support team amid 268 additional layoffs. The shake-up continues Microsoft's 'reset' of its gaming division, with other studios like Rare also shifting allegiances within the corporate hierarchy.
Background
Microsoft acquired Activision Blizzard in October 2023 for $69 billion, and has been gradually integrating the company's studios and franchises into its Xbox ecosystem. This restructuring represents the latest phase of that consolidation.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Sep 22, 2026 at 11:30 PM
- Score
- 8.0 / 10