Humble Games, a publishing arm of Humble Bundle owned by Ziff Davis, has recently undergone significant layoffs. The company has officially confirmed these layoffs but has not disclosed the exact number of affected employees. Humble Games characterized the layoffs as part of a necessary restructuring, rather than a complete closure, countering earlier reports that suggested the company’s total shutdown.
They emphasized that this restructuring is aimed at maintaining stability and support for ongoing projects and that it would not impact operations at Humble Bundle, which remains unaffected.
The company has expressed deep empathy for its employees who have been impacted by this decision. Humble Games acknowledged the value of its team’s contributions since its inception in 2017 and stressed its commitment to ensuring a smooth transition for both affected staff and development partners.
The company’s statement highlights its intent to prioritize support for former employees and continue to assist its development partners during this challenging time.
In response to media inquiries, a PR representative from Humble Games stated that the company’s operations would continue as usual and that the restructuring would not affect the developers they work with.
Despite these assurances, some developers published by Humble Games have already been impacted by the news, indicating a level of surprise and confusion within the industry. All upcoming games are reportedly still on track, and support for released games will continue.
The original reports about the layoffs were confirmed by statements from former employees, including senior QA staff and business development team members, who shared their experiences on social media. These posts revealed that approximately 36 employees were let go, and there were concerns about the broader implications for the company’s operations and the game industry at large.
Despite the upheaval at Humble Games, Humble Bundle as a brand remains unaffected. Both Humble Games and Humble Bundle are under the ownership of Ziff Davis, who has recently been involved in other layoffs across its properties.
Humble Games has been involved in publishing several notable titles, and while the future of upcoming games remains uncertain, the company’s recent projects and ongoing support for released titles suggest a commitment to maintaining its publishing efforts despite the restructuring.
