Naughty Dog's 'The Last of Us' Multiplayer Spin-Off Hits Pause Amid Layoffs
Portfolio Pulse from Franca Quarneti
Naughty Dog, a video game developer owned by Sony Group Corp., is reportedly facing layoffs, primarily affecting around 25 quality assurance contractors working on the multiplayer spin-off of 'The Last of Us'. The project is said to be 'on ice' but not completely canceled. This is part of a broader trend in the video game industry, with other major studios also facing layoffs this year. In addition, Naughty Dog recently released a PC port of The Last of Us 1, which received mixed reviews for performance issues.
October 03, 2023 | 5:43 pm
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Sony's subsidiary, Naughty Dog, is facing layoffs and has put a major project on hold. This could potentially impact Sony's reputation and future revenues.
The layoffs at Naughty Dog and the pause on a major project could potentially harm Sony's reputation in the gaming industry. This could lead to a decrease in consumer trust and future revenues, negatively impacting Sony's stock price in the short term.
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