https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xbox-game-studios-boss-craig-duncan-steps-downContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xbox-game-studios-boss-craig-duncan-steps-downhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xbox-game-studios-boss-craig-duncan-steps-down#u1826Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:47:50 +0000Craig Duncan has left Microsoft’s Xbox Game Studios after less than two years, marking another high-level exit as the division faces layoffs and a leadership shake-up. His departure follows a broader restructuring under new CEO Asha Sharma. The publishing division will now report to chief content officer Matt Booty. Two former Rare executives are also reportedly leaving, though details remain unclear.What's confirmed:Craig Duncan, who led Xbox Game Studios since late 2024, has resigned after 18 months in the role.Louise O’Connor, Duncan’s chief of staff, is also leaving Microsoft.Duncan previo https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xbox-game-studios-boss-craig-duncan-steps-downhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xbox-game-studios-boss-craig-duncan-steps-down#u835Tue, 16 Jun 2026 06:26:57 +0000Microsoft’s Xbox Game Studios has lost its top executive and key staff, accelerating a leadership transition that follows reports of internal restructuring and layoffs. Craig Duncan’s departure after 18 months marks the latest in a series of high-profile exits, raising questions about the division’s future. Two former Rare executives are also reportedly leaving the company, though details remain limited. The departures coincide with ongoing uncertainty in Xbox’s operational strategy.What's confirmed:Craig Duncan has resigned as head of Xbox Game Studios after serving 18 months in the role, eff https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xbox-game-studios-boss-craig-duncan-steps-downhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xbox-game-studios-boss-craig-duncan-steps-down#u299Mon, 15 Jun 2026 21:47:08 +0000Craig Duncan has resigned as head of Xbox Game Studios after 18 months in the role, with his chief of staff also leaving. Microsoft’s gaming division faces ongoing reports of layoffs and studio restructuring. The departures follow a period of leadership transition after Duncan replaced Alan Hartman in late 2025. Employees and industry observers remain focused on the impact of these changes on Xbox’s future.What's confirmed:Craig Duncan has resigned as head of Xbox Game Studios after 18 months in the role, effective immediately.Louise O’Connor, Xbox Game Studios’ chief of staff, is also departi https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xbox-game-studios-boss-craig-duncan-steps-downhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/xbox-game-studios-boss-craig-duncan-steps-down#u145Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:32:34 +0000Craig Duncan, head of Xbox Game Studios, has resigned after 18 months in the role, marking a leadership shift as Microsoft continues its overhaul of the Xbox division. Louise O’Connor, his chief of staff, is also departing. Concerns over potential layoffs and studio closures have intensified in recent reports.What's confirmed:Craig Duncan will leave Xbox Game Studios this week after serving as its head for 18 months.Louise O’Connor, Duncan’s chief of staff, is also departing the company.Duncan was appointed to the role in November 2024, following his tenure as head of Rare.The departures coinc