Sumo Group Announces Workforce Layoffs
Beneath the azure sky, Sumo Group whispered somber news to the winds on Tuesday. The parent company of esteemed video game publisher Secret Mode revealed plans to bid adieu to up to 15% of its loyal workforce. Shadows of turmoil in the games industry loomed large, compelling this drastic decision that may see between 160 to 250 souls venture forth into the unknown.
Farewell to Timbre Games
In the hallowed halls of game development, whispers of closure danced like forgotten memories. Polygon’s herald, Nicole Carpenter, revealed that Timbre Games, with two cherished creations still wrapped in secrecy, might face the final curtain call. Sébastien Chaudet, the maestro behind Timbre’s creations, bade a poignant adieu to all on LinkedIn, confirming the closure with a heavy heart.
Sumo Group: A Titan in the Gaming Realm
Behold Sumo Group, a colossus akin to Embracer Group, holding dominion over many a video game realm. Among its prized possessions stands Sumo Digital, guardian to horror master The Chinese Room, loyal ally Red Kite Games, and the mighty craftsmen of Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun, Auroch Digital, et al.
Secret Mode Shines Amidst the Shadows
In a flurry of activity, Secret Mode emerged triumphant, unfurling a tapestry of games during the bustling summer gaming spectacle. From the heart-pounding sprint of DeathSprint 66 to the whimsical delivery of Parcel Corps, their creations wove magic during the PC Gaming Show and Wholesome Direct. Stampede: Racing Royale, a beacon of hope, dazzled at IGN Live and readies itself for an early access debut on Xbox Series X/S and PC.
Stillness Awakens with Chinese Room’s Latest
Amidst the tumult, Sumo Group prepares for the ethereal release of Still Wakes the Deep, the latest opus from the dread weavers at Chinese Room. Set your gaze upon June 18, when this haunting tale will stir slumbering spirits and beckon brave souls to tread its shadowed path.
A Sobering Reflection on Industry Tribulations
The annals of the gaming industry brim with tales of hardship and sorrow. Oft we hear of layoffs besetting the realm, from Microsoft’s fateful January cull to the tears shed at Riot Games, Behaviour Interactive, and Electronic Arts. May the winds of change bring solace to those caught in the storm.
