Halo Studios has experienced significant staff reductions following recent Microsoft layoffs. Reports suggest the studio is now down to approximately twenty employees. Former studio leaders have expressed solidarity with those affected by the cuts. Activision will now oversee the next mainline Halo title. The studio's future role appears to be limited to community support and existing game services.
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