Episode 264

Xbox has announced mass layoffs throughout their studios. Some of the cuts, such as the reduction of id Software by half, are particularly egregious. How will Xbox reconcile their lofty ambitions in the industry with their seemingly callous disregard for the games they are making? As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Destiny 2, Teamfight Manager 2, Sid Meier's Civilization VII). This episode was recorded in July 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

1:45 - Xbox Layoffs and Studio Divestment

17:37 - id Software Gutted and Xbox's Goals

45:43 - Destiny 2

51:21 - Teamfight Manager 2

57:43 - Sid Meier's Civilization VII