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The head of Xbox Game Studios Craig Duncan has stepped down after more than 18 months in the role, with chief of staff Louise O’Connor also departing.

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Who
Craig Duncan, Louise O’Connor, Matt Booty
What
The head of Xbox Game Studios Craig Duncan has stepped down after more than 18 months in the role, with chief of staff Louise O’Connor also departing.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:07:56 GMT · 2h 2m 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 that drove business success."
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The departure of a key executive at Xbox Game Studios, along with the chief of staff, could lead to leadership changes that may affect the strategic direction and operations of multiple prominent gaming studios under their purview. Until a replacement is found, Matt Booty will oversee the studios.

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