In a shocking turn of events, Humble Games, the acclaimed publisher responsible for hit titles like Unpacking, Slay the Spire, and Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus, has been rocked by a mass layoff of its entire staff. The news broke on LinkedIn as affected employees shared their abrupt departure from the studio.
Nicola Kwan, a business development manager at Humble Games, revealed the heartbreaking news, stating, “At 9AM this morning, all 36 employees of Humble Games were told that we were being let go and that the company is shutting down.” Technical release manager Brandon Boswell echoed this sentiment, emphasizing that all staff members were impacted by the layoffs.
While Humble Games confirmed a restructuring of operations in an official statement on LinkedIn, artist Chris Radley painted a different picture. Radley claimed that all current projects would be completed by a third party and emphasized that the mass layoff meant no current staff remained at the studio. The situation was further clarified by industry insider Ryan Brown, who pointed out that Humble Games no longer existed as all staff had been let go.
The authenticity of the official statement posted on Humble Games’ LinkedIn page was called into question by Radley, who suggested it might have been generated by AI. This skepticism was shared by Michael Douse of Larian Games, stirring further doubts about the studio’s current situation.
As the gaming industry continues to face economic challenges, the wave of layoffs at Humble Games adds to a growing list of studios affected. Stay tuned for any updates as this story unfolds. Until then, our thoughts are with the talented individuals who find themselves at a crossroads in their careers.
