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Sega Sells Relic Entertainment and Announces Layoffs Across UK Studios

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Source: Rock Paper Shotgun
Sega Sells Relic Entertainment and Announces Layoffs Across UK Studios
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Sega Europe has announced layoffs affecting around 240 roles across Creative Assembly, SEGA Europe, and Hardlight, alongside the decision to sell Relic Entertainment, the developer of Company of Heroes and Dawn of War. The move comes as part of a streamlining effort to secure the future of the games business, with Sega Europe's managing director citing the need to respond to the changing economic landscape. This marks the latest in a series of layoffs within the gaming industry, prompting criticism from unions and workers advocating for fair treatment and job security.

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  1. Sega sell Company of Heroes developer Relic and lays off more staff at Creative Assembly and Hardlight  Rock Paper Shotgun
  2. Layoffs Hit Sega Europe, Total War Developer Creative Assembly and Sonic Dream Team Developer Hardlight, Sega Sells Relic Entertainment  IGN
  3. Sega sells Relic and will cut 240 jobs across UK studios  GamesIndustry.biz
  4. Sega sells off Relic Entertainment, will axe 240 jobs  Game Developer
  5. Sega Sells Relic Entertainment And Announces Layoffs Across Multiple Teams  Nintendo Life

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