http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2012/07/vancouverpoi-1343292544.jpg Microsoft is laying off staff at its Vancouver studio after it halted development on Flight and “Project Columbia,” a Kinect-based virtual storybook for children. A representative speaking to Joystiq said that the 35 people affected would receive help to find new roles within the company, and that it remains invested in the city’s industry. In a statement to Kotaku, included after the break, it added that it would continue to support the recently revamped flight simulator, which would remain free to download.
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