The report over the weekend by Ten Ton Hammer that suggested Funcom cut 70% of its U.S. workforce is apparently true. Funcom confirmed via email that they have made "mass layoffs" in their U.S. division.
"We did have some staffing cuts at Funcom this week as well as new positions opening in the organization as part of our ongoing cost based efficiency and performance initiatives that are vital to any business," Funcom said in their official response to the rumors.
The jobs comprised primarily of Customer Service and Quality Assurance departments, and is likely due to the weak performance of Age of Conan.
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good luck finding jobs guys and gals. i am truly sorry for you.
fyi to game devs. the time is coming when players will become smart enough to demand playable complete games instead of paying for beta while devs use the income to finish the game. this is not a viable business model and i do hope you [devs] have been taking note that we wont stand for it anymore.
good luck finding jobs guys and gals. i am truly sorry for you.
fyi to game devs. the time is coming when players will become smart enough to demand playable complete games instead of paying for beta while devs use the income to finish the game. this is not a viable business model and i do hope you [devs] have been taking note that we wont stand for it anymore.