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Xbox cuts "not the end" for The Elder Scrolls Online, insists ZeniMax, despite a drastic reduction in size

Xbox restructuring sparks concern for The Elder Scrolls 6, while ZeniMax insists The Elder Scrolls Online will survive.

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The brief

Xbox is undergoing a significant restructuring described as a 'bloodbath' and a 'reset,' resulting in a drastic reduction in size at ZeniMax. Developers working on The Elder Scrolls 6 have expressed worry about the game's future following these cuts.

Coverage from Eurogamer highlights ZeniMax's insistence that the cuts are 'not the end' for The Elder Scrolls Online. Polygon reports on the anxiety among The Elder Scrolls 6 development team, while IGN explores the potential for a franchise-first future for Xbox.

Coverage does not yet specify the exact number of job losses or the specific teams affected beyond the general mention of ZeniMax and The Elder Scrolls 6 developers. Further reporting is expected to clarify how the 'franchise-first' strategy described by IGN will impact specific titles.

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Quick answers

How are developers reacting to the changes?

According to Polygon, developers working on The Elder Scrolls 6 are worried about the game's future.

What is the status of The Elder Scrolls Online?

Eurogamer reports that ZeniMax insists the cuts are 'not the end' for the game, despite a drastic reduction in size.

What is Xbox's new strategy?

IGN describes the situation as a 'reset' and suggests a potential shift toward a 'franchise-first' future.

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Xbox The Elder Scrolls 6 ZeniMax The Elder Scrolls Online Gaming Industry

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