Romero Games Faces Layoffs as Project Funding Pulled
Romero Games in Galway is set to lose up to 100 jobs after losing funding for a major project. The decision follows Microsoft's announcement of 9,000 job cuts globally, impacting its Xbox operation and project funding. Despite meeting all targets, the company's founders express disappointment and are assisting employees in finding new opportunities.
Microsoft announced 9,000 job losses globally this week, impacting its Xbox operation and project funding. Galway-based Romero Games lost funding, leading to up to 100 job losses. Company filings show Romero Games had 42 employees last year, but reports suggest over 100 developers. LinkedIn posts indicated all employees were let go. Romero Games is evaluating options for the affected game.
Brenda Romero stated the publisher canceled funding despite meeting targets and receiving praise. The founders are supporting employees in finding new jobs. The funder, rumored to be Xbox, withdrew support. Some job losses may be international. The Financial Services Union estimated up to 100 roles affected.
Imirt chair Justin O’Connor hopes the company finds a new publisher. Lay-offs are common in the game development sector, but the scale of cuts at Xbox was surprising. The industry is hopeful Romero Games can restart the project.
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