As part of the company’s restructuring plans, Sega has initiated a large-scale layoff program that will affect approximately 240 employees.
Sega has launched a comprehensive layoff program that will affect approximately 240 employees across its various studios. This is seen as part of a general trend in the gaming industry and is having significant impacts on staff at key Sega corporate units such as Creative Assembly, Hardlight, Sega Europe, and others. These layoffs coincide with the announcement that Relic Entertainment would seek outside financing and spin off from Sega as an independent studio.
Massive Layoff at Sega: 240 Employees Affected
Jurgen Post, one of Sega Europe managers, stated in his e-mail to employees that these decisions stemmed from the need to adapt to difficult economic conditions and the difficulties of introducing new products to the market. It was emphasized that Sega took these steps to adapt to changing conditions, focus on its strengths and prepare for the future in the best possible way. The Post stated that the layoffs were due to the “need for streamlining” and that Sega was committed to providing support to affected employees.
Layoffs in the gaming industry since the beginning of 2023 have led to approximately 20,000 industry employees losing their jobs. This step by Sega is considered a reflection of an industry-wide trend. The company plans to assist affected employees by offering severance pay, career support and mentoring services. In these difficult times, Sega emphasizes that its employees support each other and act in unity. More information is awaited regarding the status of Sega Europe, Hardlight and Creative Assembly, as well as other Sega studios and subsidiaries.