6 of 10 Recently Acquired PlayStation Studios Have Experienced Layoffs or Shutdowns

Years after the acquisitions, the outcome has been harsh for everyone involved. Microsoft has made significant layoffs at Activision Blizzard King and within its Xbox game studios, and Sony is facing similar challenges. The recent closure of Bluepoint Games came as a surprise to many. Looking at Sony’s studio purchases since 2019, it’s apparent that most haven’t thrived – around 60% have either had major layoffs or been shut down completely.







