Codemasters, the developer behind popular titles like F1 23 and EA Sports WRC, has recently undergone a round of layoffs. While parent company Electronic Arts confirmed the job cuts, the exact number of employees affected has not been disclosed.
An EA spokesperson told IGN, “Our business is constantly changing as we strive to deliver amazing games and services that keep our players engaged, connected, and inspired. At times, this requires the company to make small-scale organizational changes that align our teams and resources to meet evolving business needs and priorities. We continue to work closely with those affected by these changes, providing appropriate support throughout this process.”
Electronic Arts acquired Codemasters for $1.2 billion in 2021, bringing under its umbrella a long history of racing games such as F1, Grid, and Dirt. Earlier this year, Codemasters released F1 23 and EA Sports WRC, with the latter being seen as a successor to the Dirt series. Last year, Codemasters Cheshire and Criterion merged to work on the Need for Speed franchise as a single studio.
This situation is not unique to Codemasters, as other game development studios in the UK, including Media Molecule, Team17, and Creative Assembly, have also experienced layoffs in 2023.
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