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Schell Games reportedly lays off staff
Schell Games, known for "Among Us VR" and the "I Expect You to Die" series, has reportedly laid off an estimated 14 employees. This comes despite CEO Jesse Schell's previous public statements against putting jobs at risk, emphasizing the studio's commitment to protecting its staff from financial risks associated with game development.
Report: Among Us 3D co-dev Schell Games lays off staff
Schell Games, known for co-developing Among Us 3D and creating the I Expect You to Die series, has reportedly conducted its first-ever layoffs. Reports indicate that staff from marketing, art, design, and visual effects departments were affected, with one post suggesting around 14 employees were let go.
What developers can learn from this generation of game criticism
This article analyzes the impact of video essays and online game criticism on game developers, contrasting it with traditional reviews and playtesting. While direct, actionable advice is rare, developers find inspiration and insight from creators like Mark Brown, Noah Caldwell-Gervais, and Jacob Geller, influencing their design philosophies and understanding of player experience.
Games for Change Reveals 2026 Festival Speakers as Global Leaders Gather to Reimagine Play
Games for Change has announced additional speakers for its 23rd annual festival, themed "Reimagining Play," taking place July 21-22, 2026, in New York City. The event will feature leaders from UNICEF, thatgamecompany, and Annapurna, among others, discussing how games drive social impact and innovation beyond entertainment. The festival will include panels, a new Playtest Lab for early-stage works, and the Games for Change Awards.
Games for Change to “Reimagine Play,” Featuring Leaders from PBS KIDS, EA, Neopets, SYBO, BBC, and More at 2026 Games for Change Festival
Games for Change announced the first wave of speakers for its 23rd annual Festival, themed "Reimagining Play," taking place July 21-22, 2026, in New York City. The event will feature leaders from PBS KIDS, Electronic Arts, Neopets, SYBO, BBC, and more to discuss how games and immersive media can drive social impact and shape real-world connections. Programming includes sessions, a Playtest Lab, the Games for Change Awards, and the G4C Arcade.
Among Us 3D Definitive Edition Arrives in March
Schell Games has confirmed its involvement with the Among Us 3D Definitive Edition is ending as the game arrives this month. The definitive edition of the popular social deduction game is now available.