studio closure
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Famous game designer Greg Street is currently facing an uncertain future with his game development studio, Fantastic Pixel Castle, reportedly on the verge of shutting down. Street, known for his essential role at heavyweight game studios Blizzard and Riot, has delivered the unfortunate news that Fantastic Pixel Castle may soon close its doors. Founded in…
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In a shocking move, Sony Interactive Entertainment has decided to not only halt the ongoing development of the multiplayer hero shooter game Concord but also terminate its partnership with the game’s developing firm, Firewalk Studios. Such news undoubtedly sends shivers through the industry, with the $200 million spent on the project now a large, enticing…
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In the thriving gaming industry, unexpected changes are bound to occur, including layoffs and closures. One such event has recently transpired with Netflix where a particular gaming studio, branded as “Team Blue,” has officially been terminated, marking another eventful moment in a tough year of layoffs within gaming. “Team Blue,” based in Southern California, was…
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Duncan Drummond and Paul Morse, co-founders of Hopoo Games, the studio behind Risk of Rain, have announced their move to Valve to develop new games. Several other team members from Hopoo Games are also joining them at Valve. Subsequently, Hopoo Games has ceased development on its unannounced title, a decision acknowledged with gratitude toward Valve…
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Avalanche Studios, known for creating Just Cause, Mad Max, and co-developing Rage 2, has announced plans to lay off 50 of its developers, accounting for 9% of their global staff, and shut down studios in New York and Montreal. The decision is a strategic move intended to “ensure a stable and sustainable future” for the…