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Gunzilla Games is reportedly facing accusations from developers of not paying salaries for several months. The article also briefly mentions Neill Blomkamp's NFT studio.
Konami is Raising Salaries for Recruits in Japan by 29 Percent
Konami is increasing the base salary for new recruits in Japan by 29 percent, raising it to ¥310,000, to offer competitive compensation and foster a thriving environment for talented employees. This move, alongside a ¥5,000 monthly increase for all staff, follows the company's recent successes with titles like Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater and the Silent Hill 2 Remake, and precedes upcoming releases such as Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2.
AAA Game Development Budgets In North America Reportedly Exceed $300 Million, Largely Dev Salaries
A new report indicates that AAA game development budgets in North America have surpassed 300 million US Dollars. A significant portion of these costs is attributed to developer salaries.
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Atlus announced that it will be increasing starting salaries and raising the base pay for all existing employees by 15%, effective April 2026. This move aims to improve compensation for its workforce.
Atlus to raise starting salaries and increase existing employees’ base pay by 15%
Atlus is increasing starting salaries and giving existing employees a 15% base pay raise. Separately, a judge has ordered Krafton to reinstate fired Subnautica 2 leads, including the former Unknown Worlds CEO, and has extended their potential $250 million bonus package.
Persona Developer Atlus Raises Salaries, Lowers Fixed Overtime
Atlus is increasing base salaries for all employees by approximately 15% and reducing fixed overtime hours from 30 to 20 per month. These changes aim to boost productivity, foster creativity, and provide employees with greater security. This move follows similar salary adjustments by other Japanese game studios like Konami, Capcom, and Atlus' parent company, Sega.
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.
In an industry beset by layoffs and crunch, Japanese publisher Atlus is raising salaries and working to reduce fixed overtime
Japanese publisher Atlus is increasing base salaries for new graduates and raising the average annual income for employees by 15%. The company is also reducing fixed overtime hours from 30 to 20 per month. These changes aim to foster creativity, improve productivity, and provide employees with a more stable working environment.
