Phil Spencer says Microsoft will continue to ‘support and grow’ Halo amid 343 layoffs - Engadget

Xbox head Phil Spencer says Microsoft remains committed to the Halo franchise and developer 343 Industries.

In an interview following this week’s Xbox and Bethesda Developer Direct showcase, Spencer told IGN “the heart and soul of Halo is with 343 and the team’s that there, and I have the utmost confidence in the team that's there and leading and the plan that they have going forward.”

Spencer’s comments come after 343 was reportedly “ hit hard ” by Microsoft’s recently announced company-wide layoffs.

The number of employees Microsoft let go at the studio is unknown, but according to Bloomberg’s Jason Schreier, Halo Infinite’s campaign team saw significant cuts.

Frustratingly, Spencer wouldn’t discuss the franchise's future beyond the broad strokes he offered.

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