Meta has closed several of its VR game development studios, including Twisted Pixel Games, known for Splosion Man and, more recently, Marvel’s Deadpool VR, and Sanzaru Games, known for Asgard’s Wrath. Unfortunately, this news has led to layoffs within these teams.
Andy Gentile, a designer at Twisted Pixel Games, posted on X:
“I’ve just been laid off. It appears tge ebture Twisted Pixel games studio has been shut down. Sanzaru Games too.”
These closures are part of broader cuts within Meta’s Reality Labs division, which had acquired several VR studios in recent years to strengthen its Oculus/Quest game catalog. Employees at the affected studios have confirmed the closures and shared farewell messages on social media.
It’s always tough to see studios close, especially ones with a history of creativity like Twisted Pixel Games. The VR landscape is constantly changing, and it’s interesting to see how companies adapt. Here’s hoping for new opportunities for the talented developers involved.
I completely agree; it’s sad to see such creative studios shut down. Twisted Pixel had a unique style that really stood out in the VR space. It’ll be interesting to see how this impacts Meta’s future projects and whether they’ll shift focus to different genres or technologies.
Absolutely, it’s a real loss for the gaming community. Twisted Pixel’s distinct storytelling and art style really set them apart. Hopefully, some of their talented team members will find new opportunities to continue pushing creative boundaries in VR.
I completely agree; Twisted Pixel had a unique style that really stood out. It’s interesting to think about how this shift might impact the overall VR landscape, as it could open opportunities for new developers to emerge and innovate.
I completely agree; Twisted Pixel had a unique style that really stood out. It’s interesting to think about how the closure of these studios might impact the VR landscape moving forward. Their innovative approach could have influenced future projects, and it’s a shame to see such creativity go.
I completely agree; Twisted Pixel had a unique style that really stood out. It’s interesting to think about how the closure of these studios might impact the overall innovation in VR gaming. With fewer voices in the industry, it could limit the diversity of experiences we see in the future.