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The Outer Worlds 2, Avowed Studio Hit by Layoffs, Affecting 25 Percent of Employees – Rumor
Obsidian Entertainment has reportedly laid off 60 to 70 employees, approximately 25 percent of its staff, including The Outer Worlds 2 art director Daniel Alpert. Despite these layoffs, the studio continues development on Grounded and story DLC for The Outer Worlds 2, while also working on Avowed. Studio head Feargus Urquhart clarified that neither Avowed nor The Outer Worlds 2 were considered 'disasters' despite not meeting sales expectations.
The games industry reacts to Xbox layoffs: 'We are clearly at a turning point'
Microsoft's Xbox division has announced significant layoffs, impacting approximately 3,200 employees and leading to the closure or restructuring of four game studios. This move has drawn widespread reactions from industry figures, expressing shock, sorrow, and anger, with many calling it a turning point for the game industry. The layoffs occur amidst Microsoft's continued investment in artificial intelligence, a decision that has drawn criticism for its perceived prioritization over game development talent.
Inside Skybound’s video game strategy
Skybound Entertainment CEO David Alpert and co-chairman Jon Goldman discuss the company's successful video game strategy, including the debut of their in-house studio Quarter Up and the release of Invincible VS. They also touch on ensuring quality across franchise entries and expanding into international markets like Brazil.
Skybound Games takes on Global Publishing for Sker Ritual
Skybound Games, in partnership with 5th Planet Games, will now globally publish Sker Ritual, developed by Wales Interactive. This collaboration aims to leverage Skybound's expertise in the horror genre and global reach to optimize catalog sales, promotions, and bundled offerings for the game. Wales Interactive will continue to focus on game development and expanding the Sker universe.
SKYBOUND GAMES TAKES ON PUBLISHING OF ZOMBIE SURVIVAL FPS SKER RITUAL
Skybound Games, in partnership with 5th Planet Games, has taken over the global publishing of Wales Interactive's zombie-survival FPS, Sker Ritual. This agreement covers both digital and physical distribution for the game, which is the spiritual successor to Maid of Sker. Wales Interactive will continue game development and franchise expansion.