It was beforehand reported that the Sucker Punch mission had offered 5.4 million copies and generated greater than $407 million.
Sucker Punch Productions, the studio behind Ghost of Yōtei, has laid off 26 workers. This was reported by Aftermath, citing a former firm worker and an alleged inner letter from administration. The explanations cited for the layoffs embody “market challenges” and the crew’s wants whereas engaged on the following mission.
Within the letter allegedly despatched to workers, Sucker Punch management acknowledged that the choice to cut back headcount was made following an evaluation of the market state of affairs and an evaluation of the studio’s staffing wants.
“We perceive that that is tough to simply accept, and we wish to guarantee you that the choice didn’t come simply. We now have given this matter cautious consideration and tried our greatest to assist the colleagues affected by the modifications. […] Let’s not sugarcoat it: it is a powerful day. Subsequent week we’ll share extra particulars concerning the future.”
Notably, the layoffs occurred in opposition to the backdrop of Ghost of Yōtei’s industrial success. In accordance with unconfirmed studies, the sport has offered 5.4 million copies since its launch final 12 months, with income reaching $407 million. This nearly matches the efficiency of Ghost of Tsushima over the identical interval following its launch.