Crytek Announces Restructuring, Layoffs, and Crysis Game Delay
Crytek has confirmed a restructuring plan involving staff reductions. The company, facing financial difficulties, will lay off approximately 60 employees, representing about 15% of its 400-person workforce.
Simultaneously, Crytek announced a temporary halt to development on the next Crysis game, a decision made in Q3 2024. The studio is now focusing all its resources on Hunt: Showdown 1896.
While Crytek explored reassigning staff to other projects, including Hunt: Showdown 1896 and the future Crysis title, this proved impractical. Despite cost-cutting measures, layoffs were deemed necessary.
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Crytek's future plans prioritize expanding Hunt: Showdown 1896 content, while the new Crysis game is indefinitely delayed. Affected employees will receive severance packages and career assistance.
Despite the challenges, Crytek remains positive about its long-term prospects, focusing on Hunt: Showdown 1896 and the advancement of its CRYENGINE technology.