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Deck Nine Announces Second Round of Layoffs in 2024

The Life Is Strange developer cites industry challenges as it reduces its workforce again, following earlier cuts this year.

  • Deck Nine, the studio behind Life Is Strange: Double Exposure, has announced another round of layoffs, with the exact number of affected employees undisclosed.
  • This marks the second round of layoffs in 2024 for the company, which previously reduced its workforce by 20% in February.
  • CEO Mark Lyons attributed the decision to difficult market conditions and expressed gratitude to departing employees for their contributions.
  • The studio has faced ongoing scrutiny, including allegations of toxic workplace culture and management issues raised in previous reports.
  • It remains unclear how the layoffs will impact current projects, including the recently released Life Is Strange: Double Exposure.
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