Many Swedish gaming companies have faced bankruptcies and layoffs, leading to a significant impact on the workforce, particularly foreigners on work permits. Experienced professionals and entry-level members alike are being affected by the downturn. International workers often struggle more as they must find new employment within three months of being laid off to retain their right to stay in Sweden. Former industry leaders describe the situation as a "negative perfect storm," fueled by a combination of economic challenges and staffing difficulties.
One of my friends had three months to find a job, was scrambling around, and it didn't work out. He had a place here, had to sell it.
The layoffs in the industry aren't just hitting younger, more entry-level members of the gaming industry, but also people with a lot of experience.
The situation in the games industry is described as a "negative perfect storm", due to bankruptcies, redundancies and difficulties finding staff.
As an EU citizen, he doesn't need a work permit to stay in Sweden, unlike non-EU citizens who lose their work permit unless they find a new job.
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