MMO developer Trion Worlds, the group behind titles together with Rift, ArcheAge, and Defiance, has reportedly laid off the “vast majority” of its workers. The lay-offs come following the acquisition of the studio by Gamigo, a free-to-play writer most not too long ago liable for FPS Ironsight.
The studio issued an official assertion in regards to the acquisition final evening. It confirmed that “there has been a transaction involving Trion Worlds and its games,” however didn’t point out the German writer. That assertion additionally revealed that some members of workers had been laid off, however made no point out of the size of the staffing modifications.
The assertion, given to Gamasutra, confirms that “while many of the names and faces you’ve come to know in our studios will remain on through this transition, others will not be making the journey.” Again, the assertion itself gives no point out as to the extent of the lay-offs, however sources talking to Gamasutra declare that almost 200 individuals throughout each the corporate’s California and Texas studios have misplaced their jobs because of the acquisition.
Reports counsel that solely 25 workers have been given the chance to stay on the firm. More than 200 individuals have been thought to work at Trion previous to the acquisition by Gamigo. A press launch issued by the writer this morning confirms the acquisition, making reference to anticipated earnings of $18 million, however makes no point out of any lay-offs or restructuring.
Trion Worlds is simply the newest in a string of studio closures and mass redundancies. High-profile examples embrace the closure of Telltale Games and Capcom Vancouver final week. Elsewhere, Icons: Combat Arena developer Wavedash laid off 80% of its staff with no severance pay. We’ve reached out to Trion Worlds for remark and clarification, and can replace this story if we hear again.
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