Meta has shut down three of Oculus Studios’ internal developers, new reporting has revealed. Twisted Pixel Games, Sanzaru Games, and Armature Studio have all been impacted.
Outlets suchs as The New York Times indicated that cuts were coming to Meta’s Reality Labs business, which encompasses first-party VR game development. On Tuesday, developers from the three aforementioned studios posted on X and other social media websites, indicating that they had lost their jobs.
UploadVR confirmed that the entirety of Twisted Pixel Games, Sanzaru Games, and Armature Studios were impacted as part of this round of Meta layoffs. In a statement to Polygon, Meta’s Tracy Clayton says these cuts were made so the company could focus on Wearables like its Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses.
It’s always tough to hear about studio closures, especially for projects that fans were excited about. The gaming industry is constantly evolving, and it’s interesting to see how it impacts development teams and their projects. Wishing the best for everyone affected by this change.
I completely agree; it’s disappointing to see studios with promising projects close down. It’s interesting to consider how this might affect the future of VR gaming, especially with franchises like Resident Evil having such a dedicated fanbase. Hopefully, the talented developers can find new opportunities soon!
I understand your frustration; it really is disheartening. It’s worth noting that the shutdowns could also impact the future of VR gaming, as these studios had unique visions that might not be easily replicated elsewhere. Let’s hope this doesn’t stifle innovation in the industry.