In a recent announcement, League of Geeks, the acclaimed developer behind the popular Switch game Armello, revealed that they have made the difficult decision to lay off over 50% of their staff. The development studio cited an "unprecedented withdrawal of funding opportunities" within the industry, rising operation costs, and poor Early Access sales as the main reasons behind the layoffs.

A total of 31 employees have been affected by the staff reduction, with plans for the full release of Jumplight Odyssey now put on hold due to the loss of the entire team. However, the release of Solium Infernum in the new year remains unaffected.

Trent Kusters, the director and co-founder of League of Geeks, expressed his regret over the situation and took full responsibility for the outcome. In an interview with GamesIndustry, biz, Kusters stated, "This is our fault. At the end of the day, we're the directors of this business. It's our responsibility to ensure that our products and our team are protected."

League of Geeks is offering support to the affected employees during this challenging time. They have arranged for access to qualified therapists to provide emotional support and are actively assisting the staff in finding new job opportunities.

In a gesture of goodwill, the Jumplight Odyssey team will receive all profits from the game for the next year, providing them with some financial security going forward. Despite the setback, League of Geeks remains committed to its other projects and is determined to see the release of Solium Infernum as planned.

The news has sent shockwaves through the gaming community, with many expressing their support for the affected employees and gratitude for the studio's transparency in addressing the situation. The challenges faced by League of Geeks highlight the ever-changing landscape of the gaming industry and the need for developers to adapt to shifting market trends.

As the industry continues to evolve, it is hoped that League of Geeks will find new avenues for funding and recovery, allowing them to rebuild and continue creating beloved games that have captivated players around the world.