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Life is Strange developer Deck Nine confirms another round of layoffs

The studio previously cut 20 percent of its workforce in February.

Chris Kerr, News Editor

December 9, 2024

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A screenshot from Life is Strange: Double Exposure
Image via Deck Nine

Life is Strange: Double Exposure developer Deck Nine Games has laid off an undisclosed number of employees.

Studio CEO Mark Lyons confirmed the news in a post on Linkedin.

"Today, we are sad to share the news that we must say goodbye to some of our talented team members," he wrote, echoing the chorus of studios that have downsized in 2024. "This was an extremely difficult decisions and reflects the challenging times many companies in our industry are facing."

The news comes shortly after the release of Double Exposure, which launched on October 29 and continues the narrative that began in the original Life is Strange.

This is the second round of layoffs Deck Nine has made in 2024. The company made 20 percent of its workforce redundant in February and blamed "worsening marketing conditions."

The studio also laid off 30 people in May 2023 but didn't provide any explanation for the move. It did, however, state those impacted "did nothing wrong."

Lyons has asked fans for "support and understanding" while the studio regroups following the latest round of layoffs. It's unclear how projects such as Double Exposure will be impacted by the decision.

Game Developer has reached out to Deck Nine for more information. 

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Chris Kerr

News Editor, GameDeveloper.com

Game Developer news editor Chris Kerr is an award-winning journalist and reporter with over a decade of experience in the game industry. His byline has appeared in notable print and digital publications including Edge, Stuff, Wireframe, International Business Times, and PocketGamer.biz. Throughout his career, Chris has covered major industry events including GDC, PAX Australia, Gamescom, Paris Games Week, and Develop Brighton. He has featured on the judging panel at The Develop Star Awards on multiple occasions and appeared on BBC Radio 5 Live to discuss breaking news.

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