Xbox staff among up to 60,000 Microsoft employees offered voluntary exit

Microsoft is offering a voluntary exit to up to 60,000 employees across various teams in the US, UK, Canada, and India. The time-limited Voluntary Exit Offer (VEO) is available to eligible staff at level 70 and below, covering teams such as AI experiences, Copilot, CoreAI, Windows + Devices, Xbox, finance, and human resources. This new initiative is a part of Microsoft's evolving approach to change, aiming to provide greater flexibility and more opportunities for employees to shape their next chapter.

The offer follows recent layoffs in July and September, primarily affecting Xbox and commercial sales, with additional layoffs reportedly planned. Microsoft's EVP chief people officer, Amy Coleman, emphasized that the VEO is a learning opportunity for the company while continuing to support employees in focusing on crucial work, building new skills, and exploring new possibilities within Microsoft.