"Nintendo's Testing Department Overhaul: Layoffs and Restructuring Ahead of Switch 2 Launch"
Nintendo of America is restructuring its testing department, reportedly eliminating over 100 contractor positions while creating new full-time employee positions. The company states that the changes aim to drive greater global integration in game development efforts and align with interregional testing procedures. The restructure may affect "over 100 contractors," with most being converted to full-time status, and is said to be a move to "better integrate" testing across its offices. This follows recent industry-wide layoffs and restructures at other major gaming companies.