Game Development
Significant Staff Reductions at Days Gone Developer
Bend Studio faces layoffs as it navigates through a turbulent transition following the cancellation of its upcoming projects.
Gaming Industry
Jagex Announces Layoffs Amid Operational Restructuring
Jagex has confirmed layoffs as part of its strategy to streamline operations, assuring that game development will not be affected.
Gaming Industry
Hi-Rez Studios Streamlines Senior Management Amid Organizational Changes
Hi-Rez Studios has announced a round of layoffs aimed at senior management roles to adjust to the company's current structure following previous workforce reductions.
Game Development
People Can Fly Freezes Development on Two Unannounced Titles Amid Layoffs
People Can Fly announces the suspension of two games and staff reductions following a failed publisher deal.
Gaming Industry
Playtonic Games Confirms Job Cuts in Response to Industry Changes
Playtonic Games, the studio behind Yooka-Laylee, has laid off several employees amid ongoing shifts in the gaming industry.
Business
Microsoft to Lay Off Nearly 7,000 Employees in Latest Workforce Reduction
Microsoft is set to reduce its workforce by 3%, affecting nearly 7,000 employees as part of its ongoing restructuring efforts.
Game News
Playtonic Announces Layoffs Amid Industry Challenges
Playtonic Games reveals it has laid off some employees due to significant industry pressures, while expressing gratitude for their contributions.
Hardware
Intel's New Addition: Meet Chip, the Robotic Inspector Amidst Workforce Reductions
Intel reveals its newest robotic recruit, Chip, during a keynote shortly after announcing significant layoffs, raising concerns among existing employees.
Gaming Industry
Apex Legends Writer Dismissed Just After Character Launch Highlights Industry Instability
The gaming industry undergoes changes as layoffs hit after character reveals, raising questions about job security.
Gaming Industry
Electronic Arts Makes Major Layoffs and Cancels New Games
Electronic Arts has announced significant layoffs and the cancellation of two game projects, including a new installment in the Titanfall franchise.
Hardware
Intel Denies Reports of Massive Layoffs, Clarifies Early Retirement Policy
Intel has addressed rumors regarding potential layoffs and stated that early retirement options in the past have decreased their skilled workforce.
Gaming Industry
Mighty Yell Studio Faces Staff Cuts Amid Financial Struggles
The developer behind 'The Big Con' has announced layoffs due to financial constraints affecting the gaming industry.
Gaming Industry
Eidos Montreal Announces Layoffs Amid Project Changes
The studio is set to let go of up to 75 employees due to project completion and lack of sufficient work.
Gaming Industry
Half of Cyan Worlds' Staff Laid Off Amid Industry Challenges
Cyan Worlds, the studio behind the iconic games Myst and Riven, faces major layoffs as it navigates the tough landscape of game development.
Business
Japanese Anime Firms Reach New Heights Amid Western Industry Struggles
In light of significant layoffs in the Western AAA gaming sector, five of eight major Japanese game companies have reported record share prices this year.
Gaming Industry
Crystal Dynamics Cuts Workforce by 17 to Align with Business Needs
Crystal Dynamics announces layoffs affecting 17 employees amid ongoing projects like the Tomb Raider reboot.
Games
Hasbro's Layoffs Affect D&D Virtual Tabletop Project Sigil Over Unrealized Revenue Streams
Recent layoffs at Hasbro highlight the struggles of the D&D virtual tabletop project, Sigil, as it failed to carve out a strong monetization strategy.
Games
Dire Times for D&D's Sigil: Major Layoffs Hit the Project
As Hasbro quietly releases its virtual tabletop Sigil, it reportedly lays off 90% of the team behind it, raising concerns about its future.
Gaming Industry
Rebellion's CEO Highlights Strategy to Avoid Layoffs Amid Industry Challenges
Rebellion's CEO discusses the studio's strategy in managing budget and scope to avoid layoffs in the gaming industry.
Gaming
Recent Layoffs Hit Sony's Visual Arts Studio
Sony has laid off multiple developers from its Visual Arts Group and PlayStation Studio Malaysia, impacting its support teams and game development efforts.
