Post by Yeti on Dec 6, 2023 2:19:11 GMT -5
www.gamesindustry.biz/f1-developer-codemasters-affected-by-layoffs
I hate to see this. I don't want anyone losing their jobs, but Codemasters is one of my favorite developers. I've generally been a big fan of their racing games. I'm playing WRC now, actually.
IGN reported an unknown number of staff at the British-based studio have been made redundant following "small-scale organisational changes" made by EA.
The company was behind the recent releases of F1 23 and EA Sports WRC.
"Our business is constantly changing as we strive to deliver amazing games and services that keep our players engaged, connected, and inspired," EA said in a statement.
"At times, this requires the company to make small-scale organisational changes that align our teams and resources to meet evolving business needs and priorities.
It added: "We continue to work closely with those affected by these changes, providing appropriate support throughout this process."
Earlier this year, EA announced a restructuring plan that involved 6% of its workforce being laid off.
EA acquired Codemasters for $1.2 billion in 2021, with hopes to "revolutionise" racing games by adding F1, Project CARS, GRID, Dirt, and WRC to its portfolio of racing titles which already included Need for Speed, Real Racing, and Burnout.
The company was behind the recent releases of F1 23 and EA Sports WRC.
"Our business is constantly changing as we strive to deliver amazing games and services that keep our players engaged, connected, and inspired," EA said in a statement.
"At times, this requires the company to make small-scale organisational changes that align our teams and resources to meet evolving business needs and priorities.
It added: "We continue to work closely with those affected by these changes, providing appropriate support throughout this process."
Earlier this year, EA announced a restructuring plan that involved 6% of its workforce being laid off.
EA acquired Codemasters for $1.2 billion in 2021, with hopes to "revolutionise" racing games by adding F1, Project CARS, GRID, Dirt, and WRC to its portfolio of racing titles which already included Need for Speed, Real Racing, and Burnout.
I hate to see this. I don't want anyone losing their jobs, but Codemasters is one of my favorite developers. I've generally been a big fan of their racing games. I'm playing WRC now, actually.
