Game Industry Layoffs
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Iron Galaxy Studios Announces Layoffs, Potentially Affecting 90 Employees
Iron Galaxy Studios has announced a new round of layoffs, potentially affecting up to 90 employees, as the company adjusts to current industry conditions. This follows a previous layoff of 66 employees last year. The studio cited changing player consumption habits and publisher investment criteria as reasons for the difficult decision.
Deus Ex game studio Eidos Montreal cuts 124 jobs
Eidos Montreal has laid off 124 employees due to changing project needs, with studio head David Anfossi also departing. The studio, owned by Embracer Group, has worked on titles like Deus Ex and Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy. This follows a period of significant restructuring for Embracer Group.
Epic Games is laying off more than 1,000 employees just weeks after raising Fortnite V-Buck prices 'to help pay the…
Epic Games is laying off over 1,000 employees, citing a downturn in Fortnite engagement and broader economic factors. CEO Tim Sweeney confirmed the decision in a memo to staff, attributing the cuts to spending significantly more than the company is earning. This news follows a recent increase in Fortnite's V-Bucks prices.
Yet More Crystal Dynamics Layoffs Announced as 20 Employees Lose Their Jobs
Crystal Dynamics has announced another round of layoffs, with 20 employees being let go from development and central operations roles. The studio stated it will provide severance and job placement assistance. Despite these departures, Crystal Dynamics remains committed to its upcoming Tomb Raider titles, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and Tomb Raider: Catalyst.
Atlus Aims To Raise Salaries, Improve Working Conditions As Layoffs Continue Hitting Games Industry
Amidst ongoing game industry layoffs, Atlus is implementing measures to improve its working environment, including a 10% salary increase for new recruits and a 15% increase for existing employees and contractors starting in April. The company also aims to reduce fixed overtime hours from 30 to 20 per month, citing a need to foster creativity and productivity.
EA Laying Off Staff at Its Battlefield Studios as Part of "Realignment" Strategy Even After
Electronic Arts is reportedly laying off staff across its Battlefield studios, including Criterion, Dice, Ripple Effect, and Motive Studios, as part of a "realignment" strategy. Despite the franchise's recent resurgence with the best-selling Battlefield game, EA stated these changes are to "better align our teams around what matters most to our community." The company is also undergoing a significant acquisition process.
