Destiny Developer Bungie Announces Massive Layoffs
A new wave of layoffs has hit Destiny developer Bungie, affecting 17% of the workforce according to a recent announcement by CEO Pete Parsons. These layoffs come amidst financial challenges faced by the company, leading to mixed reactions within and outside of Bungie.
Employee Reactions and Criticisms
Following the layoffs, various employees took to social media to express their surprise and disappointment. Some mentioned how they were reassured of their roles only to be let go, while others highlighted the impact on teams, such as the player support team. The community’s response has been a mix of support and criticism towards Bungie’s management decisions.
Criticism Towards Bungie’s Leadership
Members of the Destiny 2 community, as well as former employees, have criticized Bungie’s leadership for the recent layoffs. Calls for CEO Parsons to step down or take a pay cut have been made, with some pointing out his spending on vintage cars despite the company’s financial challenges.
Challenges Faced by Bungie
Despite the recent release of Destiny 2: The Final Shape and upcoming projects like Codename Frontiers and the revival of Marathon, Bungie has faced internal turmoil and challenges. Previous layoffs and delays have impacted the development of their games, leading to concerns about the studio’s future.
Source : www.ign.com