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The head of Xbox Game Studios Craig Duncan has stepped down after more than 18 months in the role, and chief of staff Louise O’Connor will also be leaving the company.
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Who
Craig Duncan, Louise O’Connor
What
The head of Xbox Game Studios Craig Duncan has stepped down after more than 18 months in the role, and chief of staff Louise O’Connor will also be leaving the company.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:07:56 GMT · 3h 20m ago
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Why
Duncan stated in an email to staff that his purpose was to serve the studios, teams, and people making games, and he is proud of delivering flawless launches.
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The departure of Craig Duncan after 18 months, overseeing 14 studios, and Louise O'Connor, chief of staff, indicates a significant leadership change within Xbox Game Studios, impacting the direction and management of various high-profile game development teams.
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