02.09.2024

Former developers from Ballistic Moon, the studio known for the remake of "Until Dawn," have reported being laid off

A screenshot from Until Dawn Remake
Image credit: Ballistic Moon / PlayStation Publishing LLC

Recent Update, September 3, 2024: Ballistic Moon has revealed that it has laid off employees in an effort to downsize, as mentioned in their LinkedIn announcement, aiming to ensure the studio's future stability. Below is the statement they provided:

"Our industry is dealing with multiple challenges, and Ballistic Moon is not exempt. It is with deep regret that we announce the need to considerably reduce our workforce to maintain our studio's future. After our work on Until Dawn for PSS and PC, this decision was made with heavy hearts. We are deeply appreciative of our team's hard work, devotion, and constant support.

"Parting ways with such a talented and enthusiastic group is profoundly difficult. We are very sorry for how this restructuring might affect our team and their families. During this transition, Ballistic Moon is concentrating on launching Until Dawn and is eager to pursue future opportunities and collaborations."

Initial Report, September 2, 2024: Ballistic Moon, known for developing the Until Dawn Remake, has let go of at least 11 employees, though the complete number of affected staff has not been officially disclosed.

The release of Until Dawn Remake is scheduled for October 4, but several former employees have reported their layoffs on LinkedIn.

The company has not yet formally acknowledged these layoffs.

Cassy Cornish posted on LinkedIn expressing, "Regrettably, I am being laid off from my junior game designer position at Ballistic Moon."

Harry Williams, a technical designer, shared: "After two exciting years on the fantastic Until Dawn 2024 at Ballistic Moon, I am being let go as a technical designer."

Although Ballistic Moon has not responded to GameIndustry.biz's request for remarks, they did mention a forthcoming statement on social media.

Recently, it was reported that Lively, a division of Keywords, is also experiencing a few layoffs amidst business adjustments.

Additional reporting by Marie Dealessandri
gamesindustry.biz
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