Overview
- Striking Distance Studios, known for The Callisto Protocol, has experienced a major round of layoffs, with reports indicating most of the team was let go.
- Parent company Krafton stated the layoffs were aimed at maintaining an agile and sustainable operation at the studio's current stage of development.
- This marks the second significant round of layoffs for the studio since 2023, following earlier cuts and the departure of founder Glen Schofield later that year.
- The Callisto Protocol, released in late 2022, received mixed reviews and failed to meet sales expectations despite a reported $160 million development budget.
- The studio is reportedly working on a new project using Unreal Engine 5, though details remain unconfirmed and its development status unclear.