Activision is set to develop the next Halo game, with the announcement coming as Xbox proceeds with a wider restructuring programme involving thousands of planned job losses.
The move forms part of a “reset” announced by Xbox in July. The company said the overall plan included 3,600 job cuts, and further reductions are now being reported as the restructuring continues.
Halo is one of Xbox’s major gaming franchises, while Activision is known for its Call of Duty series. The supplied details do not include information about the new game’s release date, platforms, storyline or development team.
The number of roles affected by the latest cuts, beyond the 3,600 planned losses announced as part of the wider reset, has not been specified. The latest situation links the development of a major new Xbox title with an ongoing effort to reorganise the business and reduce its workforce.
