EA Cancels Star Wars Game, Lays Off 5% of Workforce Amid Industry Changes
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EA is cancelling an upcoming Star Wars first-person shooter game that was in early development. They are also laying off around 670 employees globally, about 5% of their workforce.
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The layoffs are part of a company-wide "streamlining" to focus on delivering deeper, more connected gaming experiences for fans.
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This comes after recent layoffs at other major gaming companies like Microsoft and Sony, showing increasing competition and pressure for profitability in the industry.
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The Star Wars game was being developed by Respawn Entertainment, the studio behind titles like Star Wars Jedi Survivor. EA says they are now focused on Jedi and Respawn's owned brands.
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An industry analyst says that while concerning, the gaming industry is still growing overall, expected to reach $300 billion globally by 2030. The layoffs reflect a shift to a more mature, efficient chapter.