2K makes layoffs at Project Ethos developer 31st Union
… The number of layoffs has not been confirmed by 2K or parent company Take-Two Interactive. …
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Embracer chairman: Cost control 'does not get enough respect'
… Then he shared his view of Embracer's layoffs. …
Dauntless developer Phoenix Labs has laid off 34 support workers
… This is the second round of layoffs sanctioned by Phoenix Labs in 2023. …
Layoffs imminent at Bungie and GTA VI still on track for November
… Sources told Bloomberg the studio intends to focus on Marathon as opposed to commencing production on Destiny 3 , meaning layoffs are imminent. …
Last Flag dev Night Street Games is laying off staff
… Game Developer has contacted Night Street Games for more information on the layoffs. Read more about: Layoffs & Studio Closures Top Stories About the Author Diego Argüello Contributing Editor, News, GameDeveloper.com Diego Nicolás Argüello is a freelance journalist and critic from Argentina. …
Game developers at Wizards of the Coast signal intent to unionize
…The Gathering Arena devs are unionizing to deliver genAI and layoff protections 'We know the workers that make the game can and should be treated better.' Chris Kerr , Senior Editor, News , GameDeveloper…
Quantic Dream cutting jobs after torching Spellcasters Chronicles
… The union said 95 roles could be impacted by layoffs related to the cancellation, and claimed studio leaders have failed to take accountability for mismanaging the project. …
Embracer to spin off major video game franchises and studios
… The spinoff will become the custodian of major properties such as Darksiders, Dead Island, Kingdom Come Deliverance, Metro, Remnant, The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, Tomb Raider, and others In a note to investors , Embracer Group said the separation will provide "sharper management focus and clea… …
TikTok maker ByteDance is restructuring its video game business
… A few months later, the South China Morning Post reported the company had also made layoffs at its Jiangnan Studio in Hangzhou . …
CWA Canada president calls on government to scrutinize EA buyout
… In January, another group of U.S. lawmakers said the Federal Trade Commission FTC must review the acquisition over fears it could incentive layoffs, offshoring, studio closures, and other cost-cutting measures. …