"Over the last several months, we've been evaluating our go-forward plans, specifically through the lens of our mission to deliver the very best gaming experiences to customers while leaning into the things that Amazon does best. We believe that this is how we will have an impact with customers that fits the scale of Amazon. Last week's launch of the all-new Luna is a great example, as it leans into both streaming entertainment and delivering value for Prime members,"
"While we're proud of our successes in first-party AAA game development and publishing, we have made the difficult decision to halt a significant amount of our first-party AAA game development work - specifically around MMOs - within Amazon Game Studios, including making significant role reductions in our studios in Irvine and San Diego, as well as our central publishing team."
"While these changes are significant, we still have a lot going on in game development. Our Montreal studio recently concluded a successful closed alpha of March of Giants and is working hard to finish the game. Our Studio 5 team just released Courtroom Chaos: Starring Snoop Dogg as the launch title in Luna and will continue their focus on more casual and AI-focused games, optimized for Luna. Finally, we are continuing to work with our external studio partners Crystal"
Amazon Games is implementing strategic changes focused on delivering high-quality gaming experiences while leveraging Amazon strengths such as streaming and Prime value. The Luna platform launched with social party games and AAA titles and will remain a priority. A decision was made to halt a significant portion of first‑party AAA game development, specifically MMO projects, and to reduce roles in Irvine, San Diego, and the central publishing team. Ongoing development includes Montreal finishing March of Giants and Studio 5 focusing on casual and AI‑focused games like Courtroom Chaos: Starring Snoop Dogg, optimized for Luna. External studio partnerships continue.
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