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Radical Forge Announces Layoffs Amidst Industry-Wide Cuts

The studio behind Sea of Thieves and other hits is restructuring, but assures project delivery will remain unaffected.

  • Radical Forge, co-developer of Sea of Thieves, faces layoffs affecting six employees as part of a restructuring effort.
  • The layoffs are not expected to impact the delivery of any existing projects, with the studio committed to assisting affected employees in finding new roles.
  • The studio has been involved in the development of notable titles such as Gang Beasts, Sea of Thieves, and Zombie Army 4, and has also released original games like Southfield and Bright Paw.
  • Layoffs have become a common occurrence in the gaming industry in 2024, with major companies like Supermassive Games, Electronic Arts, and PlayStation also announcing significant staff reductions.
  • Radical Forge received funding from Take-Two's Private Division Development Fund for a new title, signaling continued development despite the layoffs.
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