Bungie Faces Backlash After Layoffs
Today, Destiny developer Bungie announced a significant layoff of 220 roles, which accounts for 17% of its workforce.
Many affected employees shared that their layoffs came as a surprise, despite recent assurances from company leaders. The layoffs also impacted the player support team, leading to outcry within the gaming community.
These recent events have led to demands for CEO Pete Parsons to resign or take a pay cut, citing poor leadership decisions as the root cause of the issue. Calls for change have been fueled by the revelation of Parsons’ expensive car purchases amidst company layoffs.
While Bungie has released successful titles like Destiny 2: The Final Shape and announced future projects like Codename Frontiers and a Marathon revival, the company has been experiencing internal turmoil since its October layoffs. These challenges have raised concerns about the studio’s direction and leadership.
Squid Game Confirms Second Season and Final Season Release
Netflix’s hit series, Squid Game, has announced the premiere date for its second season on December 26, with a third and final season set for 2025. The show’s creator, Hwang Dong-hyuk, expressed excitement about returning to the world of Squid Game after three years.
The plot for the upcoming season revolves around Player 456’s quest to dismantle the organization behind the deadly games, leading to a suspenseful journey filled with unexpected challenges. Season 2 promises a larger scale and continuation of the gripping storyline that captivated audiences worldwide.
While specifics about Season 2 remain under wraps, the announcement has generated significant anticipation among fans eagerly awaiting the return of Squid Game’s intense gameplay and character-driven narrative.