The gaming industry has been facing a tumultuous period, with recent announcements of layoffs from major players like Sony and the ESL FACEIT Group sending shockwaves through the market. This trend of uncertainty continues as Deck Nine Games, known for their work on Life is Strange: True Colors, has recently disclosed that they are reducing their workforce by 20%. This decision was shared via a Twitter post, highlighting the adverse market conditions currently affecting the gaming sector.
The pattern of layoffs across the gaming industry is becoming alarmingly common, as studios grapple with escalating development costs and dwindling investment. For many, the unfortunate solution has been to decrease their number of employees. Deck Nine Games has found itself in this exact predicament, announcing on Twitter:
In the face of the gaming industry's current downturn, Deck Nine has felt the impact, leading us to the tough decision of reducing our staff by 20%. The individuals affected are not only immensely talented and dedicated developers but also wonderful people. Their contributions to Deck Nine Games have been significant, and this decision was made with a heavy heart. We encourage other companies to consider these exceptional individuals for employment.
This wave of layoffs is anticipated to lead to more studio shutdowns and further job losses as the year progresses. Despite being only two months into 2024, the industry is already nearing the total number of layoffs witnessed in the entire year of 2023.
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