"In a statement, a 2K spokesperson told the outlet that it needed to enact "staff reduction" at the studio as the publisher "restructures and optimizes" video game development at Firaxis to increase "adaptability, collaboration, and creativity.""
""Impacted by the Firaxis layoffs today," posted animator on LinkedIn. "It's been an amazing 14+ years working with some of the best people, truly.""
""Unfortunately, I was affected by the recent layoffs at Firaxis today," posted another dev, Erika Ward. "While I am sad to see this chapter close, I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work with such talented teammates and contribute to a project that truly withstands the test of time.""
2K confirmed an unspecified number of developers at Firaxis were laid off following the February release of Civilization VII, which struggled with critics and fans. The publisher described the cuts as a "staff reduction" while it restructures and optimizes video game development at Firaxis to increase adaptability, collaboration, and creativity. Sources indicated that dozens of employees were affected. Several developers posted on social media and LinkedIn confirming they were impacted and expressing gratitude for their time at the studio. The layoffs follow other 2K-owned studio reductions earlier in the year, including Cloud Chamber and Cat Daddy Games.
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