The highly anticipated DOOM: The Dark Ages Revelations DLC has finally arrived on Xbox Series consoles, PC, and PS5, but the celebration is bittersweet for id Software. The studio behind the iconic shooter has been severely impacted by Xbox's recent layoffs, which have resulted in the loss of roughly 50% of its staff.

The news was confirmed by Senior Gameplay Systems Programmer Michael Maynard, who took to LinkedIn to express his shock and disappointment. The sudden cuts have sent shockwaves throughout the gaming industry, leaving many to wonder about the future of id Software and its beloved franchises.

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  • DOOM: The Dark Ages Revelations DLC is now available on Xbox Series consoles, PC, and PS5.
  • Xbox's layoffs have resulted in the loss of approximately 50% of id Software's staff.
  • The move has sparked concerns about the future of id Software and its iconic gaming franchises.
  • The layoffs are part of Xbox's larger restructuring effort, which has affected over 3,200 jobs.
  • The gaming community is rallying around id Software, offering support and condolences to those affected by the layoffs.

Source: Pure Xbox