In a significant shift for ZeniMax Online Studios, Matt Firor, the studio’s long-time leader, has announced his departure following the cancellation of an unannounced project. This news comes amidst broader layoffs at Microsoft and raises questions about the future direction of the studio, particularly for its flagship title, The Elder Scrolls Online. Firor has been a pivotal figure in the development of The Elder Scrolls Online, leading the studio for nearly two decades.