Several Xbox Studios at Risk of Closure, in Talks to Become Independent
Several Xbox first-party studios, including Double Fine and Ninja Theory, are reportedly in negotiations to spin off from Microsoft to become independent entities. The potential move follows rumors of studio closures and internal restructuring within the Xbox gaming division.
Why it matters
This represents a significant shift in the gaming industry's consolidation trend, suggesting that even major tech-backed studios are facing sustainability challenges under corporate ownership.
Update: Double Fine, Ninja Theory, and Compulsion named
The article reports on industry rumors and business developments without taking a stance on the corporate strategy of Microsoft.
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