The spectre of layoffs continues to haunt the gaming industry and the tech world at large. Microsoft may well be the next to take action by letting go of a significant portion of its workforce.

In a post on Blind, a user mentions the layoff of 15% of the American giant’s staff on May 5 or June 6, 2026. The person did not specify whether the date 6/5 should be read as May 6 or June 5.

Of course, this rumor should be taken with a grain of salt. It’s worth noting, however, that Blind is a forum reserved for professionals who must provide proof of their employment to post. Users remain anonymous and can thus share their experiences and concerns related to their jobs.