Auroch Digital, developer of Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun and Starhammer Survivors, briefly announced layoffs affecting up to 25% of its workforce due to market conditions. The LinkedIn post was quickly removed, though PC Gamer reports two employees have confirmed the cuts. The original message cited creative success with titles like Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War! but noted industry-wide challenges. The studio said it is undergoing a restructuring process and will conduct a redundancy consultation affecting around a quarter of roles. The layoffs occurred just two weeks after the release of Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2. Mars Horizon 2: The Search for Life and Warhammer Survivors remain in development.
The disappearing announcement suggests Auroch Digital may be following standard procedure, informing unions and government bodies before re-publishing details publicly. Industry analysts note that several game studios have faced financial strain in recent months, leading to widespread layoffs across the sector.
Despite the turmoil, Auroch Digital emphasized its commitment to completing ongoing projects and navigating the uncertain market conditions affecting many developers.
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