New lay-offs hit developer Krome
News - Firm struggles in recession
Game maker Krome Studios have been forced to lay-off a large, undisclosed number of workers, as part of a restructuring initiative at the firm.
According to IndustryGamers, the Aussie outfit are previously responsible for Viva Pinata: Party Animals, The Legend of Spyro: A New Beginning and Star Wars: The Clone Wars - Republic Heroes.
"With declining game sales the industry is really feeling the effects of the struggling economy. In spite of industry wide cutbacks and Krome's need to reduce costs, we've worked really hard to minimize the impact on our staff," explains CEO Robert Walsh.
"These cuts, while incredibly difficult as they affect the co-workers we consider friends, are necessary as we position Krome for the future. We're also actively pursuing several business opportunities which, if secured, will enable Krome to reemploy some of the staff given notice."
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