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ZeniMax Online Studios LLC is an American video game developer and a subsidiary of ZeniMax Media, specializing in massively multiplayer online games. The company developed The Elder Scrolls Online and its downloadable content. In 2025, it had over 300 employees before undergoing a round of layoffs. Its main studio is located in Hunt Valley, Maryland, and it also operates a satellite studio in Budapest, Hungary. Additionally, ZeniMax Online Studios has locations in Austin, San Diego, Seattle, and

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Founded
2007
Country
United States
Headquarters
Rockville
Industry
video game industry
Employees
250
Parent company
ZeniMax Media

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backed by Microsoft
is works at by Matt Firor
founded by Matt Firor
subsidiary of ZeniMax Media
developer of Project Blackbird
is works at by Jessica Folsom
is works at by Susan Kath

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Jul 9, 2026

Elder Scrolls Online's Season One Launch Proceeds Amid Xbox Layoffs, Roadmap "Shifting"

Elder Scrolls Online's Season One launches in two days amidst Xbox's 1600 staff cuts, impacting 12-year-old MMO's development team. The game's roadmap, initially planned 12-14 months ago, will undergo changes post-Season One. Despite assurances the seasonal model isn't a direct response to layoffs, the team faces significant resource challenges.

Jul 7, 2026

The Elder Scrolls Online Achieves Steam Deck Verified Status with Update 50

The Elder Scrolls Online has been verified for play on the Steam Deck with its latest Update 50, ensuring a fully optimized experience for handheld gamers. This milestone comes after rigorous testing to meet Steam's verification standards. Players can now enjoy the expansive Action RPG on the go without compromise.

Jun 9, 2026

Double Fine Unionizes Amid Xbox Strategy Shifts Under New CEO

Double Fine, the Xbox-owned studio behind Psychonauts 2, has filed to unionize with the CWA, seeking protections amid significant strategy shifts under new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma. The move includes all 42 employees and comes as Xbox undergoes sweeping changes, including alterations to Game Pass and leadership overhauls. This unionization reflects a growing trend among Xbox-owned studios.

May 10, 2026

Project Blackbird: Lessons from the Past and Industry Insights

Matt Firor recalls skepticism from publishers in 2001 about new MMOs like Project Blackbird — discoverability remains a key challenge for success.

May 4, 2026

Project Blackbird's Cancellation Marks Turning Point at Xbox

The closure of Arkane Austin and Tango Gameworks signals a troubling turning point at Xbox, as industry layoffs raise concerns for future game development.

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Matt Firor Praises Crimson Desert: A Singleplayer MMO Breakthrough

Matt Firor praises Crimson Desert as a groundbreaking singleplayer MMO, calling it 'fantastic' and questioning why this idea wasn't explored sooner.

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Project Blackbird Cancellation: A Missed Opportunity for ZeniMax

Matt Firor calls Microsoft’s cancellation of Project Blackbird a missed opportunity, highlighting its potential as a unique sci-fi noir MMO.

Apr 30, 2026