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Iron Galaxy announced further layoffs and a company restructure, saying it cannot sustain its headcount amid a challenging video game market; the studio, known for assisting Retro on Metroid Prime Remastered and for Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4, previously downsized by 66 employees and is offering referrals to affected staff as it adapts to the industry’s new normal.
Iron Galaxy, the Chicago-based developer behind Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4, is laying off an unspecified number of employees and shrinking its workforce as it adopts a new company structure in response to entrenched market conditions in the video game industry, continuing to pursue outsourcing-like co-development and PC ports such as The Last of Us Part I and Fortnite UEFN experiences.
Iron Galaxy announced another round of layoffs that could cut up to 90 employees as it adapts to a 'new normal' in the video game market. The Chicago-based studio, known for porting games and for the Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 remasters, has previously reduced staff by about 66 and weathered leadership changes after co-CEO Adam Boyes departed in 2024. With a stagnating console market and tighter investment, the company says the downsizing is a painful but necessary step to survive while continuing its development partnerships and live-service efforts like Rumbleverse.
Iron Galaxy hints at a Fallout-related project on LinkedIn via a “Please Stand By” image, fueling speculation about remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas or other Fallout content. No official confirmation yet, though the studio has past ties to Bethesda (Skyrim on Switch, Fallout 76 work) and fans debate whether Virtuos or Iron Galaxy will handle any remasters.
A LinkedIn teaser from Iron Galaxy hints the studio is involved in Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas remasters (possibly with other teams). The remasters are described as Unreal Engine 5 upgrades that preserve original gameplay systems, while Bethesda is reportedly moving forward with Fallout 5. The projects are expected to release on Xbox platforms and could appear on Xbox Game Pass.
Iron Galaxy, developer of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 remakes, is investigating how a Guitar Hero World Tour box art reference, embedded as a joke in a new level, appeared in the game. They plan to remove it in an upcoming update after community feedback, despite some fans defending the Easter Egg as a harmless gag. The reference was linked to the now-closed NeverSoft studio, which worked on both Tony Hawk and Guitar Hero series.
Iron Galaxy's latest Tony Hawk's game included a hidden reference to the Guitar Hero series, which has caused controversy and led to an apology and removal in the next update, as the developer investigates how it was included.
A reference to a Guitar Hero game in Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4, which was perceived as disrespectful to Neversoft, is being removed after fan backlash, with Iron Galaxy apologizing and planning to update the game.
Iron Galaxy is investigating an Easter egg in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 that appears to mock Activision's treatment of Neversoft and the Guitar Hero franchise, with plans to remove it in an upcoming update.
Iron Galaxy, the developer of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 remake, is investigating a mysterious Easter egg that appears to reference Guitar Hero, which was developed by Neversoft, the original series creator. The reference, a boxed Guitar Hero game rebadged as 'Banjo Champion' in a trash bin on the Waterpark level, has sparked curiosity and debate among fans, with some viewing it as a benign joke and others as an edgy nod. The developer plans to remove the Easter egg in an upcoming update.
The remaster of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 and 4 by Iron Galaxy offers a mix of faithful recreation and new ideas, with particular praise for the level design and gameplay, though it features significant soundtrack changes that may divide fans. Overall, it successfully revitalizes the classic games, demonstrating Iron Galaxy's capability to steward the franchise.
The article advocates for Iron Galaxy to develop a new Tony Hawk's Pro Skater game, highlighting their successful remake of 3 + 4 levels and criticizing the failed 5th installment, emphasizing the franchise's loyal fan base and potential for a cost-effective new entry.
The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered is expected to be released on PC soon, with the game reportedly ready since November 2023. Industry insider Billbil-kun, known for accurate leaks, suggests that this release will follow God of War: Ragnarok's PC launch. The PC version's development involved Naughty Dog and Iron Galaxy, who previously faced issues with the first game's PC port. Sony aims to capitalize on the success of its PlayStation games on PC.
Developer Iron Galaxy is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the fighting game Killer Instinct with a new update that includes Xbox Series X|S upgrades and a balance pass for the game's extensive roster of fighters. The update will also introduce a new color scheme, changes to the UI, and character adjustments. The game will be rebranded as Killer Instinct: Anniversary Edition, with a free-to-play version available on Steam. The update is currently in final testing, and a release date has not been announced yet.
Killer Instinct, the popular fighting game, is set to receive a significant 10th anniversary update this Fall. The update will include a balance update, improved matchmaking, and 4K support for Xbox Series X|S. While no new content has been announced, the entire cast will be re-tuned, and the update marks the first notable patch in three years. Fans can expect more details to be revealed in the coming months.