Hi-Rez Studios Lays Off Employees to Focus on Smite 2

The layoffs, part of an internal reorganization, aim to ensure Smite 2's long-term success.

Hi-Rez Studios has announced layoffs affecting various departments, including marketing, publishing, and divisions like Evil Mojo and Titan Forge.
CEO Stewart Chisam stated that the layoffs are intended to prioritize the development of Smite 2, which is in early access and aims for a free-to-play launch in 2025.
The restructuring will see a shift in focus towards gameplay development and quality improvements for Smite 2, with less emphasis on cosmetic and monetization features.
Small teams will continue to provide light updates for Paladins and the original Smite, while the majority of resources are redirected to Smite 2.
Chisam acknowledged the layoffs as a 'heartbreaking decision' and a 'failure in leadership,' emphasizing the human impact on the affected employees.