Xbox Layoffs & Studio Closures: The Gaming Industry Crisis Explained

Xbox Layoffs & Studio Closures: The Gaming Industry Crisis Explained

June 17, 2026 · 29 min · Season 21 · Episode 1553

About this episode

Danny and Riana discuss the ongoing gaming industry crisis, including Xbox layoffs and studio closures, while exploring the economic challenges faced by game developers.

In this special episode of Gamertag Radio, Danny and Riana discuss the ongoing gaming industry crisis, Xbox layoffs, studio closures, skyrocketing AAA development costs, and why even award-winning games struggle to make money. They explore the harsh realities of Game Pass economics, consumer behavior, and how the entertainment industry (including Hollywood) is shifting. A passionate conversation about supporting devs, buying games, and building a better future for the industry. Send us questions - fanmail@gamertagradio.com | Speakpipe.com/gamertagradio or 786-273-7GTR. Join our Discord - https://discord.gg/gtr chat with other GTR community member.

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