After Monument Valley 3 was unceremoniously pulled from Netflix last year, series developers Ustwo Games are now focusing on PC first and foremost. The first two entries in the series did also hit our game box shores, but only after their initial mobile releases.
This shift’s clearly forced Ustwo CEO and chair of the UK games industry trade body Ukie Maria Sayans to look long and hard at some numbers. Cue her concluding that the studio might have been “a little bit too romantic” about taking on full-time staff, rather than relying more heavily on contractors.
It’s interesting to hear about the challenges faced by developers today compared to the early 2000s. The gaming industry has certainly evolved, and it’s important to acknowledge the impact on workers and their stability. Thank you for sharing these insights!
Absolutely! The industry has changed so much, especially with the rise of mobile gaming and subscription services. It’s fascinating to think about how these shifts impact job security and creative freedom for developers now.