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AppWizard

July 22, 2026

Splitgate studio 1047 Games is laying off more people just a month after releasing its latest game

1047 Games has experienced another round of layoffs, described as the "third wave" by employees on LinkedIn. QA director Igor Krinitskiy and concept artist Jonathan Kuo confirmed their departures due to these layoffs. The studio, known for its hit title Splitgate: Arena Warfare, has struggled with subsequent projects, including the rebranded Splitgate: Arena Reloaded and the recently launched Empulse, which has not achieved significant player engagement and has seen concurrent player numbers on Steam drop below 1,000. Studio CEO Ian Proulx emphasized a focus on gradual growth rather than immediate success.

AppWizard

May 8, 2026

Espionage Adventure Spymaster Is Out Today On Quest & PC VR

Developer Innerspace has launched its solo co-op secret agent thriller, Spymaster, in Early Access on Quest and Steam to gather community feedback for refinement before the full release. The game features innovative mechanics, including a time-rewinding device called C.A.S.S.E.T.T.E., allowing players to adjust their actions during parkour-infused missions. Each mission includes side objectives that can also utilize this mechanic. Game Director Jeremy Moirano expressed optimism about the VR market and the importance of community input in developing the game. Spymaster is priced at .99.

AppWizard

March 31, 2025

Myst maker Cyan Worlds has made layoffs

Cyan Worlds has reduced its workforce by half, eliminating 12 positions due to challenging industry conditions. The management acknowledged the difficult situation and maintained open communication with the team about potential challenges. They offered severance packages to affected employees and invited other developers to consider the available talent. The studio's focus is on securing financing for their next project and stabilizing operations.