Cyan Worlds Cuts Half Its Workforce Amid Industry Challenges

The studio behind Myst and Riven lays off 12 employees as it works to stabilize operations and secure funding for future projects.

Cyan Worlds, the indie studio known for Myst and Riven, has laid off 12 employees, representing roughly half of its staff.
The layoffs were attributed to challenging industry conditions and the need to balance the studio's long-term health with immediate financial realities.
Studio leadership emphasized transparency, stating that employees were aware of the financial difficulties and potential for layoffs.
Cyan Worlds assured backers of its Kickstarter project, Firmament, that the layoffs would not affect the project's timeline or reward delivery.
The studio remains hopeful about its future and has shared contact information for affected employees to assist them in finding new opportunities.