In 2024, a survey conducted by the Game Developers Conference revealed that 10% of game developers lost their jobs amidst widespread layoffs affecting 41% of respondents. The survey highlighted reasons for layoffs, with restructuring and declining revenue being cited, while many developers suggested over-expansion during the pandemic and corporate greed as underlying causes. Additionally, the struggle of high-profile live-service games has created a challenging environment for studios. The impact of layoffs extends to new graduates, further stressing the industry's job market.
The survey noted that 10% of game developers lost their jobs in 2024, highlighting the profound impact of recent layoffs on the industry.
41% of respondents reported being impacted by layoffs, either directly or through colleagues, revealing a widespread crisis within the gaming sector.
Developers attribute layoffs not just to restructuring or revenue drops but also to corporate greed, reflecting the industry's struggles post-pandemic.
The rise and fall of big-budget, live-service games has left developers questioning the sustainability of these projects amid ongoing industry layoffs.
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