Until Dawn remaster studio Ballistic Moon faces layoffs ahead of game’s launch

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As a seasoned gamer with decades of experience under my belt, I’ve seen the industry evolve and adapt to the changing tides. The news about Ballistic Moon laying off staff amidst the development of Until Dawn’s remaster is disheartening, to say the least. It’s a reminder that even in the world of entertainment, the cold hands of corporate decisions can have a profound impact on people’s lives.

This week, the studio responsible for upgrading Until Dawn for PC and PS5, known as Ballistic Moon, has announced layoffs. The team had planned to debut the remastered version of Until Dawn in October, promising numerous enhancements to the well-loved horror game. However, due to staff reduction measures, the studio is letting go of employees considered unnecessary or redundant

In a statement shared on LinkedIn, Ballistic Moon officially announced layoffs within the company. According to the studio’s leadership, these reductions were necessary due to the final stages of the Until Dawn remaster‘s development. Facing financial realities, it was determined that the studio needed to reduce its workforce in order to continue operation

2024 has seen a disappointing trend of job cuts across studios, developers, publishers, and tech companies within the gaming and technology sectors. Ballistic Moon is one among many who have let go of employees this year, and it’s not the most recent incident in the past month. Just last week, NetEase reduced its workforce at Ouka Studios, creators of Visions of Mana

As October 2024 approaches when Until Dawn will be available on PC and PS5, it’s a bittersweet moment as the game prepares to depart. Keep an eye out as we eagerly await more news ahead of Until Dawn’s upcoming remaster launch

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2024-09-04 20:06