The Personal Toll of Videogame Industry Layoffs: A Year in Review
Introduction The video game industry has faced a significant wave of layoffs from January 2023 through January 2024, with the scale of job losses being difficult to comprehend. The reasons behind this downturn are multifaceted, including factors such as studio consolidation, tightened margins following an early boom during the Covid-era, and what some describe as […]
Eidos Montreal Announces Layoffs and Cancellation of New Deus Ex Game
Announcement by Eidos Montreal Eidos Montreal, the studio behind the Adam Jensen-led Deus Ex series and the 2021 game Guardians of the Galaxy, has made a significant announcement regarding its workforce. The developer has laid off a total of 97 employees from various departments, including development teams, administration, and support services. This move comes in […]
Blizzard’s Unnamed Survival Game: Development Journey and Abrupt Cancellation
Introduction Blizzard Entertainment’s ambitious foray into the survival game genre with its untitled project has come to an abrupt end. The game, which had been in development for over six years, was met with enthusiasm from both current and former employees, hinting at a game that promised to deliver a new world unlike any other […]
Continued Layoffs Signal Ongoing Struggles in the Game Development Sector
As the game industry layoffs continue into 2024, the sector is witnessing significant changes with major studios announcing workforce reductions. This article delves into the recent layoffs at Behaviour Interactive and CI Games, exploring the implications for the industry and the affected employees. The game industry has continued to face a wave of layoffs into […]
Bossa Studios Concludes 2023 with Significant Staff Reductions
Layoffs at Bossa Studios UK-based Bossa Studios, known for developing popular games such as Surgeon Simulator, I Am Bread, and I Am Fish, has recently undergone significant staff reductions. The company confirmed the layoff of 19 employees, which constitutes approximately one-third of its total workforce. The layoffs were primarily among the Quality Assurance (QA) and […]
Humble Games Joins the Wave of Layoffs in the Gaming Industry
Recent Layoffs at Humble Games and Industry Trends Humble Games, the publishing division of Humble Bundle, has joined the unfortunate trend of layoffs within the gaming industry. Following in the footsteps of Amazon Games and Digital Bros, the parent company of 505 Games, Humble Games has had to reduce its workforce. These layoffs are a […]
Unity Foresees Further Layoffs Despite Revenue Growth
Despite a significant revenue increase in its most recent quarter, Unity Technologies, the renowned game engine maker, is preparing for more layoffs. This news comes just six months after the company reduced its workforce and announced a plan to close half of its offices globally. The new CEO has indicated that the company needs to […]
Digital Bros Cuts Workforce by 30%, Shifts Focus to Game Sequels Amid Market Changes
Massive Layoffs at Digital Bros Amid Strategic Shift The videogame industry has witnessed another wave of layoffs as Digital Bros, the parent company of 505 Games, has announced a significant reduction in its workforce. The company is set to lay off 30% of its employees in response to changing market demands. Digital Bros has observed […]
Embracer’s Workforce Reduction Following a Failed $2 Billion Deal
Embracer’s Difficult Year and Restructuring Efforts Embracer has faced a tumultuous period marked by significant challenges. The company’s trajectory took a downturn with the unexpected collapse of a $2 billion deal, which had been in the works for six years. This setback triggered a series of restructuring efforts aimed at stabilizing the company’s operations. The […]