If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy.
The games industry cut an estimated 5900 jobs in January alone
Image credit: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Devolver Digital have confirmed they’re cutting 28 people’s jobs at Artificer, the Polish studio behind Showgunners, the turn-based tactics game about a dystopian murderous gameshow. Most are gone immediately, while some will stay on until Artificer release their yet-unannounced next game. Artificer were previously owned by Good Shepherd Entertainment, a publisher Devolver bought in 2021.
Showgunners Launch Trailer“[On January 31st], Devolver and studio Artificer made the tough decision to reduce the Artificer workforce by 28 employees, 18 effective immediately and 10 after their current project releases,” Devolver told Kotaku.
“Over the past year, both companies have worked together to navigate the studio’s difficulties to ensure Artificer remains open and that their hard work is realised with the launch of their next game. Layoffs are not easy, and the remaining team at Artificer and Devolver Digital are committed to supporting these talented and creative professionals find new roles throughout the industry.”
Kotaku’s understanding is that’s about half the studio going.
Artificer was founded by some of the core people behind Hard West and Phantom Doctrine. Their debut game as Artificer was Showgunners, a turn-based squad tactics game about winning a deadly gameshow teeming with traps and violence. Think ‘The Running Man meets XCOM’. After launching in May 2023, it has a ‘Very Positive’ Steam player review rating. You can check out a demo on Steam, and it’s also sold on GOG and the Epic Games Store.
In other Devolver news, CEO Douglas Morin stepped down yesterday, to be replaced by co-founder and onetime CEO Harry Miller.
According to one tracker, the games industry suffered at least an estimated 5900 layoffs in January 2024. Many are at studies bought up and merged into others as part of the consolidation of the games industry. The same tracker estimated 10,500 industry layoffs in all of 2023. This year has barely begun. Best of luck to everyone out there.
Note: This article have been indexed to our site. We do not claim legitimacy, ownership or copyright of any of the content above. To see the article at original source Click Here
Crayola Crayons Bulk, 24 Crayon Packs with 24 Assorted Colors, School Supplies
$25.00 (as of June 28, 2024 21:10 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Wireless Earbuds 76Hrs Playtime Ear Buds Bluetooth Headphones with LED Power Display Charging Case Stereo in-Ear Earphones IPX7 Waterproof Sports Headset with Mic for Phone Laptop TV Black
$19.99 (as of June 28, 2024 21:10 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Apple AirPods (3rd Generation) Wireless Ear Buds, Bluetooth Headphones, Personalized Spatial Audio, Sweat and Water Resistant, Lightning Charging Case Included, Up to 30 Hours of Battery Life
$153.14 (as of June 28, 2024 21:10 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Amazon Echo Show 15 | Full HD 15.6" smart display with Alexa and Fire TV built in | Remote included
$279.99 (as of June 28, 2024 21:10 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
