220 Bungie developers lost their jobs in July, as a dire industry climate of similar layoffs continues well into 2024. As is usually the case, those impacted took to social media to make the human cost of the cuts, which Bungie describe as being due to "enduring economic conditions", known.
The layoffs themselves have been unceremonious and poorly timed, according to former employees: "Right after a great performance review, I got [laid off]," writes vista artist Weston T. Jones. "This is how I found out I'm laid off," adds sound designer Tzvi Sherman, quoting Bungie's announcement on Twitter.
