Tencent makes layoffs at Sharkmob's London office and cancels unannounced game

It's been a long time since we heard news of layoffs in the industry, and these times have come again.

Here's What We Know

Tencent has announced that a "staff reduction" has taken place at the London office of Sharkmob. However, it is not known how many people were laid off.

Pocket Gamer claims that the majority of the team was fired, but Tencent has not confirmed this information. At the same time, it is known about the cancellation of an unannounced game.

The studio is best known for the battle royale game Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodhunt.

However, the Malmö division was not affected at all, as the team is busy developing the tactical shooter Exoborne.

Source: gamesindustry