Tarn Adams Criticizes Game Industry Execs for Mass Layoffs

The Dwarf Fortress co-creator deems the layoffs driven by greed and criticizes the leadership's motives.

Tarn Adams, co-creator of Dwarf Fortress, has publicly criticized executives in the gaming industry for their role in mass layoffs, attributing the cause to greed.
Adams expressed his disdain at GDC 2024, stating that those responsible for layoffs are 'horrible' and 'bad people.'
Over 8,000 individuals have been laid off in the gaming industry since the beginning of 2024, with major companies like Microsoft and Sony affected.
Despite the industry's turbulent climate, Adams and his brother continue to develop Dwarf Fortress, with a major update expected in April.
Adams's comments reflect a broader concern over the sustainability of current business practices in the gaming industry.