It’s not just AAA Gaming studios that are imploding. Now, IGN-owned Humble Games has cut its entire staff, and owner Ziff-Davis is looking to “restructure.” Before this, they unsuccessfully attempted to sell the struggling video game publisher and denied the layoffs. It’s not a good time to work in the video game industry.
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Humble Games, a part of Humble Bundle, is laying off employees and restructuring, reflecting the implosion of the gaming industry, but upcoming releases are not affected.
00:00 Humble Games, part of Humble Bundle, is laying off employees and restructuring, reflecting the implosion of the gaming industry, which has a history of decline and resurgence. Expand
02:09 Humble Games lays off 36 employees, denies shutting down but confirms restructuring.
03:50 Humble Games lays off employees and restructures operations, but claims upcoming releases are not affected.
05:24 Humble Games lays off 36 staff, faces financial difficulties, former employees criticize management.
07:29 Humble Games, owned by IGN, confirms layoffs and restructuring, denying full shutdown, affecting 36 employees.
09:27 The video game industry is imploding due to bloat, with too many unnecessary staff positions not adding value to the workplace.
10:43 Indie game publisher IGN is imploding, leading to layoffs, but it may lead to a needed industry Renaissance with more checks and balances and direct support from gamers.
12:15 Humble Games is laying off dozens of employees, so subscribe for more pop culture news and check out their podcast for updates.
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