# Bethesda Employees Protest Xbox Layoffs Hundreds gathered at Zenimax headquarters. - **Source:** [Ars Technica - All content](https://brifing.si/source/b728770c-8dda-457a-8986-84879c9fc42c) - **Published:** 2026-07-15 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/ba5a54ee-573d-49fc-9c2c-4fd1017a634a ## Overview of the Protest Employees from Bethesda Game Studios and Zenimax Online Studios gathered in front of Zenimax headquarters to protest widespread layoffs by Xbox. Hundreds attended despite nearly 100°F temperatures. ## Scope of the Protest The protest was one of five organized by Zenimax Workers United and the Communication Workers of America at offices in Texas, California, and Montreal. Participants carried signs with messages against layoffs. ## Protesters' Message Protesters emphasized solidarity against layoffs that have severely impacted development and quality assurance teams. Messages like 'Our players deserve better' stood out. ## Role of Organizers Bethesda technical producer and union volunteer organizer Nathan Hahn stated they wanted to make their movement visible and ensure Xbox knows they oppose the layoffs. ## Impact of the Protest The protest demonstrated employees' determination to defend their rights and stand against layoffs. Such actions can pressure companies to reconsider their policies. ## Looking Ahead The protest was a significant step in making employees' voices heard and raising awareness about job security. Continued actions of this nature are expected. ## Sources covering this story - https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2026/07/hundreds-rally-at-bethesda-hq-to-protest-xbox-layoffs-and-ars-was-there/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._