Destiny 2 Developer Bungie Faces Major Layoffs
Despite the success of Destiny 2’s latest expansion, The Final Shape, Bungie has had a challenging year. In the past year, the company has had two rounds of layoffs, with a total of 17% of its workforce being let go. The reasons cited for these layoffs include rising development costs, industry shifts, and economic conditions.
These layoffs have not only affected Bungie’s workforce but also its leadership, with many executive and senior leader positions being impacted. The move to transfer some employees to Sony aims to deepen the integration between the two companies, signaling a significant change for Bungie.
While layoffs in the gaming industry are not uncommon, this situation highlights the impact of corporate acquisitions on developers and their identities. In this week’s episode of Spot On, Tam and Lucy delve into the repercussions of these layoffs and what it means for the future of Bungie and its projects like Destiny 2 and Marathon.
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