Tomb Raider Developer Crystal Dynamics Lays Off Employees to “Optimize” Development
Tomb Raider developer Crystal Dynamics has announced it has laid off nearly 30 employees as the studio attempts to restructure to “optimize” development of its upcoming Amazon Games-funded Tomb Raider game.
Crystal Dynamics has cut nearly 30 staff members across its studio to restructure itself for the future better and focus on the Amazon Games-backed Tomb Raider game, which it confirms is still in development.
In a LinkedIn post, the studio emphasized it decided to “optimize the continued development” of its upcoming title and have the opportunity to “make new games for the future.”
Crystal Dynamics’ Streamlining and Cost-Cutting Measures
Crystal Dynamics has announced its third round of layoffs this year after cuts in March and August. In addition to these layoffs, Microsoft and Xbox also laid off thousands of staff in July, which led to the cancellation of the Perfect Dark reboot, a game Crystal Dynamics was co-developing with The Initiative.
These latest layoffs come as the gaming industry as a whole faces a growing and troubling trend of job losses as companies attempt to streamline and cut costs during the development process to maximize profits.
Potential Impact on the New Tomb Raider
While Crystal Dynamics asserts the move is to benefit the next Amazon Games-funded Tomb Raider, layoffs can often create morale problems and increase the workload on remaining team members.
The decision to let go of employees for a third time will raise concerns among fans regarding the game’s future. Naturally, there are concerns that the game may suffer from a lack of features or polish, leading to a rushed, poorly optimized title.
To address these concerns, Crystal Dynamics is focused on minimizing disruption and reassuring fans that the next Tomb Raider is still in development. The company is providing resources and support to those affected by the layoffs and remains committed to delivering the upcoming game.
The Future of Crystal Dynamics and Tomb Raider’s Development
Crystal Dynamics has announced it has laid off roughly 30 employees to restructure and “optimize” the development of the upcoming Tomb Raider game. It’s the third round of layoffs at the studio this year, raising concerns about its well-being and long-term stability.
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