The team behind MindsEye is rumored to be downsizing. This comes after the game’s poor performance and widespread criticism. Build a Rocket Boy, the developer, might be laying off over 100 employees.
This information comes from an anonymous source within the studio, who spoke to IGN. The layoff process has reportedly started, with the UK’s legal requirements being followed. This means a 45-day consultation period, which began on June 23.
Build a Rocket Boy currently has around 300 employees in the UK and about 200 abroad. Losing over 100 staff would be a significant blow. For now, this is just a rumor. We’re waiting for official word from Build a Rocket Boy or the game’s publisher, IO Interactive.
What’s happening with MindsEye?
MindsEye launched in a sorry state, with negative reviews pouring in. The game’s poor performance might be the reason behind the rumored layoffs.
How many jobs are at risk?
If the rumors are true, over 100 employees could be let go. This would be a substantial chunk of the company’s workforce.
- Build a Rocket Boy has around 300 employees in the UK.
- About 200 employees work abroad.
- A loss of over 100 jobs would be significant.
We’ll have to wait and see how this situation unfolds. For now, it’s a waiting game for the employees and fans of MindsEye.