Mass Effect Co-Creator's Studio Closes Before Game Release
TL;DR
Humanoid Origin, the studio founded by Mass Effect director Casey Hudson, is shutting down due to funding issues, marking another setback in the gaming industry plagued by layoffs and closures. Despite efforts to protect the studio, financial shortfalls have forced its closure, leaving the team without the opportunity to complete their new sci-fi game. The announcement highlights ongoing challenges in the industry, with over 14,000 layoffs reported in 2024 alone.
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- Humanoid Origin is closing down GamesIndustry.biz
- Mass Effect Co-Creator Studio Human Origin Abruptly Shuttered in the Midst of AAA Sci-Fi Game Development IGN
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