In January 2024, Bossa Games (previously known as Bossa Studios) reduced its workforce by approximately one-third, attributing this decision to a series of unfavorable events. More recently, it has been disclosed that additional layoffs have occurred within the company, with the CEO expressing concern about the current state of instability in the gaming industry.
Since the unveiling of Lost Skies, an inventive open-world game, Bossa Games has undergone a second wave of job cuts – this being a departure from their usual line of productions.
‘This is Not a Phase’
Henrique Olifiers, head of Bossa Games, shared a detailed perspective on LinkedIn about the current state of the broader gaming industry. He believes that the massive number of job losses over the past two years symbolize not just a temporary shift, but a significant change, even transformation, in the core operations of the industry as a whole.
The co-founder of the company wrote:
Due to some tough choices, we’re concentrating our efforts on finalizing Lost Skies production and its upcoming release, aiming for a successful debut and continuous growth for the game. Once Lost Skies is well-established with active gameplay, we plan to reorganize into smaller teams that can work independently, bringing fresh game concepts to players as soon as possible.
The number of individuals affected by these layoffs was not specified in Olifiers’ statement, as it focuses on releasing ‘exceptionally skilled and highly valued coworkers’.
2021 has been particularly tough for the industry with an unusually high number of layoffs and studio shutdowns. More recently, there have been rumors that NetEase might be selling off its overseas studios, potentially leading to multiple offices being closed down entirely. Just a few days prior, the company made headlines for letting go of their North American team that was working on Marvel Rivals.
Known mainly for Surgeon Simulator and the peculiar game I Am Bread, Bossa Games surprised fans with the announcement of Lost Skies – a project unlike anything they’ve tackled before. The captivating teaser trailer sparked curiosity among gamers who have eagerly awaited its release ever since.
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