Microsoft plans to lay off less than 2.5% of its global workforce. This move includes potential closures of several Xbox game studios. The cuts follow earlier reductions and an internal review that covered the cancellation of the Blade title. Reports indicate Xbox is weighing the shutdown of Arkane and other studios. Multiple outlets confirmed the scope of the next layoff phase. Sources note the company aims to reduce costs. Microsoft states it does not plan reduce investment in games despite these actions. The trend emerged following industry shifts. Five studios face possible closure amid the shifts.