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Forza Motorsport Team Hit by Massive Layoffs

7/5/2025

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Turn 10 Layoffs Impact

Turn 10 Studios, the creative force behind the Forza Motorsport franchise, has been rocked by layoffs, with nearly half of its workforce—around 70 employees—let go amid Microsoft's sweeping job cuts. The closure of the Motorsport team has sparked worries about the franchise's future, especially following the mixed reception of the latest release, Forza Motorsport (2023).

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Xbox Layoffs Shake Trust

Microsoft's recent layoffs have left over 9,000 employees reeling, with the Xbox division taking a hard hit. The closure of The Initiative, known for Perfect Dark, and the cancellation of Rare's Everwild have sparked outrage among fans, leading many to cancel their Game Pass subscriptions. Trust in the Xbox brand is waning as frustration grows over its shifting priorities.

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Turn 10 Layoffs Impact

Turn 10 Studios, the creative force behind the Forza Motorsport franchise, has been rocked by layoffs, with nearly half of its workforce—around 70 employees—let go amid Microsoft's sweeping job cuts. The closure of the Motorsport team has sparked worries about the franchise's future, especially following the mixed reception of the latest release, Forza Motorsport (2023).

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