Sony Reduces Bend Studio Workforce by 30%, Cancels Service-Based Game Project
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Sony has announced the layoff of approximately 30% of its Bend Studio workforce, impacting 40 employees. This decision stems from the cancellation of a service-based game project, with the affected resources being reallocated to new endeavors. This move is a part of Sony's broader strategic adjustments in recent years, which have included the closure of several studios and the cancellation of multiple projects. Notably, despite these changes, "Helldivers 2" developed by Arrowhead Games has achieved remarkable success, selling over 12 million copies. Since 2022, Sony has been prioritizing the development of service-based games, initially aiming to launch 12 titles but has since scaled back this ambition to 6.