What System Era's Layoffs Mean for Astroneer and Starseeker
The layoffs highlight the risks of early access for smaller studios and add to the industry's growing job losses, affecting the developers and the future of Starseeker.
The layoffs highlight the risks of early access for smaller studios and add to the industry's growing job losses, affecting the developers and the future of Starseeker.
Key points - System Era Softworks laid off over 30 developers earlier this week. - The studio is known for Astroneer and Starseeker: Starseeker Chronicles. - Starseeker: Starseeker Chronicles is in early access and has underperformed. - The layoffs add to a growing trend of job cuts across the game industry.
Timeline - Earlier this week: System Era Softworks lays off over 30 developers. - Prior to layoffs: Starseeker: Starseeker Chronicles launches in early access but underperforms.
FAQ
Q: Why did System Era Softworks lay off developers? A: The studio cited the underperformance of Starseeker: Starseeker Chronicles in early access as the reason for the layoffs.
Q: How many people were affected by the layoffs? A: Over 30 developers were let go from the studio.
Q: Will Astroneer still be supported? A: System Era has not announced any changes to Astroneer's support, but the layoffs may impact future updates.
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