studio restructuring Archives

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November 14, 2025

Crystal Dynamics makes third round of layoffs this year

Developer Crystal Dynamics has reduced its workforce by "under 30" employees across various departments. This decision is part of a series of job cuts made throughout the year, with previous reductions occurring in August and March. The company is reorganizing its studios and teams to optimize the development of its flagship title, Tomb Raider, and to prepare for future projects. Crystal Dynamics expressed gratitude to the affected employees for their contributions and committed to providing support during the transition.

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August 20, 2025

Rod Fergusson is Cloud Chamber’s new studio head

Rod Fergusson has become the studio head at Cloud Chamber, the studio behind the BioShock franchise, following the departure of former studio head Kelley Filmore and creative director Hogarth de la Plante. The studio is undergoing restructuring and facing an undisclosed number of layoffs, although no WARN notice has been filed by parent company 2K Games. Fergusson previously worked at Blizzard Entertainment on Diablo 4 and has experience at The Coalition and Irrational Games. He expressed enthusiasm for returning to 2K and leading the BioShock franchise, acknowledging the challenges posed by the studio's restructuring while committing to the team's efforts on the upcoming BioShock title and overseeing franchise extensions, including a Netflix movie adaptation.

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July 4, 2025

Matt Firor steps down as ZeniMax Online studio boss

Matt Firor is stepping down as president of ZeniMax Online Studios after 18 years. He will be succeeded by studio head Jo Burba, executive producer Susan Kath, and game director Rich Lambert. Firor expressed confidence in the new leadership team, which has been involved in significant expansions for Elder Scrolls Online. The transition occurs alongside restructuring at ZeniMax, including the cancellation of an MMO project called Blackbird. Firor joined ZeniMax in 2007 and his departure signifies a major change for the studio.