Topic: studio layoffs

  • Heart Machine Announces Staff Layoffs at LA Indie Studio

    Heart Machine Announces Staff Layoffs at LA Indie Studio

    Heart Machine has laid off a significant portion of its workforce and is winding down development on its early access game, Hyper Light Breaker, citing uncontrollable industry challenges like funding shifts and market uncertainty. The layoffs follow the game's mixed reception on Steam and a previ...

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  • Halo Art Director Exits With Ominous Final Message

    Halo Art Director Exits With Ominous Final Message

    Glenn Israel, a key art director for the Halo franchise, has left Halo Studios after 17 years, hinting at a future explanation for his departure and casting uncertainty on the series. His exit coincides with reports of internal leadership issues and follows a period of studio rebranding, layoffs,...

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  • Splitgate 2 Delayed Until Next Year After Failed Relaunch

    Splitgate 2 Delayed Until Next Year After Failed Relaunch

    Splitgate 2's launch is delayed until 2026 as developers pause updates to rebuild core systems after player complaints about missing features and aggressive monetization. Players criticize the sequel for restrictive matchmaking, unbalanced mechanics, and straying from the original's simplicity, w...

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