A French union is calling for workers at Don't Nod to initiate a strike in response to layoffs and a proposed "reorganization plan"

A French labor union representing employees at Don't Nod has initiated a call for a strike. This move responds to a planned "reorganisation" that could affect up to 69 positions within the company.

The announcement of this restructuring coincided with the company's recent financial report. Don't Nod labeled the adjustment "extremely necessary" to maintain stability and competitiveness in a tough market.

Nevertheless, according to a statement released on the Syndicat des Travailleurs et Travailleuses du Jeu Vidéo (STJV) website, the union criticized the management for allegedly using "the economic situation" and market competition as scapegoats for leadership errors, thereby unfairly burdening their employees.

The union asserted that it would not accept employees bearing the brunt of the company's shortcomings, urging all workers at Don't Nod to unite in defending their job security and working conditions.

Although specific strategies were not detailed, STJV hinted at the need for a "large-scale social movement," drawing parallels to an ongoing strike at Ubisoft concerning the firm's mandate for staff to return to working in the office at least three days a week.

The union also mentioned that both it and Don't Nod employees have repeatedly cautioned about the firm's issues over recent months. In February, they raised alarms regarding the studio's overextension with numerous projects, potentially adversely affecting employees' welfare.

Additionally, STJV highlighted Don't Nod's recent actions, such as halting two projects and shutting down the Jusant production line, as further indications of internal challenges.