Infamous developer Sucker Punch going through layoffs
SCEA confirms reduction in workforce, but doesn't give a figure on the number of jobs cut.
Infamous: Second Son (and the forthcoming First Light) developer Sucker Punch is going through a number of layoffs this week, reports IGN.
Sony confirmed the move in a statement, saying, "SCEA can confirm a reduction in workforce has taken place at Sucker Punch Productions. Sucker Punch is appreciative of the tremendous work team members contributed to the Infamous and Sly Cooper series, and wishes them the best in their next endeavors."
An exact number of layoffs wasn't given, but the layoffs are a bit of surprise considering the success of the studio, which Sony bought in 2011 after years with the platform exclusive Sly Cooper franchise and the introduction of the Infamous series. These kinds of reductions are all-too common in the industry after completing a project, however.
We certainly wish the staffers the best of luck in landing on their feet.
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SCEA confirms reduction in workforce, but doesn't give a figure on the number of jobs cut.-
Bummer
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It sounds like the number is greater than 40% of the company and its mostly original staff members who were there at the company's start.
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Which sadly, is not unique to video games. #MURICA
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Also employees who are more likely to clash with managers and seed insurrection among the newbies.
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:( I purchased and played all Infamous titles, and enjoyed them all greatly. All the best to the folks that end up looking for work. :(
I wonder if it's just that end of project cyclical firing as it's noted, or if they lack diversification or things in the pipeline, which is far more ominous.
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