Xbox Merges Two Forza Studios to Focus on Forza and Fable Franchises
Playground Games and Turn 10 Studios will combine operations as part of Xbox's ongoing corporate restructuring.
Activision to Develop Next Halo Game as Halo Studios Undergoes Restructuring
Microsoft announces a significant shift in Halo franchise development, reassigning the next mainline title to Activision while Halo Studios scales back operations.

Activision to Develop Next Halo Game as Microsoft Restructures Studios
Activision Blizzard will create a new team for the next installment in the iconic sci-fi shooter series, while 268 layoffs impact Halo Studios and other Xbox divisions.
Microsoft Signals Intent to Close Ninja Theory Studio
Two deals to save the Hellblade developer have fallen through, leading to employee consultations.

Obsidian Entertainment Now Under Bethesda as It Develops New Fallout Game
The studio behind The Outer Worlds and Avowed is reportedly tasked with a new entry in the Fallout series.
Activision Assumes Control of Halo Franchise; 343 Industries Becomes Support Studio
Xbox announces significant restructuring, involving layoffs and a new development approach for the iconic sci-fi series.
Xbox Restructuring Continues with Layoffs and Studio Consolidations
268 employees laid off as Xbox consolidates studios, including shifts for Halo and Ninja Theory.
Can Activision Save Halo?
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma hands the reins of the Master Chief to the Call of Duty developer, signaling a potential reboot for the franchise.
Microsoft Hands Halo Franchise to Activision Amid Xbox Studios Shakeup
Activision will develop the next mainline Halo game as part of a broader restructuring that includes significant layoffs at Halo Studios.