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Sega-owned Rovio is shutting down its Copenhagen studio
Sega-owned Rovio is shutting down its Copenhagen studio, resulting in the cancellation of the mobile game Sonic Blitz and the redundancy of approximately 20 employees. The company cited that player retention for Sonic Blitz did not meet expectations. This closure follows a series of other shutdowns and layoffs within Rovio and Sega.
Gamescom 2026 attendance rose 6% to 368,000 visitors
Gamescom 2026 saw a 6% increase in attendance, reaching 368,000 visitors, with a notable rise in international participation and exhibitors. In contrast, Rovio has closed its Copenhagen studio and cancelled the mobile game Sonic Blitz due to poor retention, impacting approximately 20 employees and reflecting broader industry challenges.
Rovio closes Copenhagen studio following shut down of Sonic Blitz
Rovio has closed its Copenhagen studio and cancelled the mobile game Sonic Blitz, impacting approximately 20 employees. CEO Alexandre Pelletier-Normand cited poor retention and a need to concentrate resources as reasons for the discontinuation. Sega, which acquired Rovio in 2023, reported a significant impairment on the acquisition cost due to profitability falling below forecasts and challenges integrating technology.
