News Summary

Eidos Montreal, the studio known for its work on the Deus Ex and Tomb Raider franchises, is undergoing significant restructuring, resulting in the layoff of 124 employees. The cuts are attributed to changing project needs and impacts across production and support teams. The studio, acquired by Embracer Group in 2022, has faced ongoing challenges, including project cancellations such as a planned new Deus Ex game. The studio head, David Anfossi, is also stepping down after 19 years of service. The gaming industry has been experiencing widespread job cuts, with Eidos Montreal’s reductions being part of a larger trend affecting studios globally.