Xbox is reported to be increasing in-office work requirements for some employees to four days per week starting in February 2027. The change follows an earlier policy that asked staff to work at least three days in the office.
Coverage describes the policy as applying to staff who live within commuting distance of Microsoft’s relevant locations, with outlets varying on how broadly they characterize who is affected. The Verge frames the increase as an effort to create more opportunities for people to work together, citing an internal memo seen by the outlet. Other outlets similarly report that internal communications outline the new expectations and timeline.
Some reporting also places the return-to-office increase alongside broader workplace and staffing moves. One outlet links the policy change to ongoing efforts that include further staff reductions connected to prior multi-round layoffs, while other coverage focuses more narrowly on the office attendance requirement and the rationale given in the memo.
