Supermassive Games Cuts More Than 70 Jobs Following Directive 8020
More than 70 Supermassive Games employees have reportedly been laid off as the studio continues restructuring following its previous round of job cuts.
Supermassive Games has reportedly completed another round of layoffs affecting more than 70 staff members.
The studio previously cut 36 positions, making the latest round another significant reduction for the developer.
Supermassive continues to work on projects including Little Nightmares III content and the post-launch roadmap for Directive 8020.
The layoffs highlight continued pressure on studios operating in the story-driven and horror-focused games market.
XGW Brief
Key Takeaways
- More than 70 Supermassive Games staff have reportedly been laid off.
- The studio had already cut 36 jobs in a previous round.
- Supermassive is known for The Dark Pictures, Until Dawn and Little Nightmares work.
- Directive 8020 remains part of the studio's post-launch plans.
Another Major Workforce Reduction
Reports from a former Supermassive employee indicate that more than 70 staff members have now been affected by the latest redundancy process.
Supermassive's Recent Projects
Supermassive remains associated with major horror and narrative franchises, including The Dark Pictures and Little Nightmares. Directive 8020 also continues to receive post-launch support.
A Wider Industry Problem
The cuts are another example of the continued employment instability affecting game development, particularly as studios adjust production plans and budgets after major releases.
XGW Original Analysis
Why This Update Matters
The size of the reported reduction makes this more significant than a routine restructuring update.
Supermassive's position is particularly notable because the studio has built a recognizable identity around narrative horror games.
XGW should attribute the staff figure to reporting rather than presenting it as an official company statement unless Supermassive publishes confirmation.
Why It Matters
- More than 70 jobs are reportedly affected.
- Supermassive is a prominent horror-game developer.
- The cuts follow an earlier reduction of 36 positions.
XGW Verdict
The reported layoffs are a significant industry story and another reminder of the continuing volatility across game development.
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