CD Projekt Red's ambitious multiplayer Witcher spinoff, Project Sirius, is navigating through uncertain waters with the latest announcement of layoffs. This move marks the second time the project has seen staff reductions, following a significant reboot in 2023.

The Polish game developer and publisher has confirmed that 18 staff members are being let go from the project, which accounts for roughly a quarter of the game's total team size. Notably, half of the affected developers have been made redundant, while the other half are being considered for roles on other CD Projekt Red projects.

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  • Project Sirius has faced significant challenges, including a reboot in 2023 and two rounds of layoffs.
  • The latest layoffs affect nearly a quarter of the project's team, with half of the impacted developers being made redundant.
  • The remaining affected staff members are being considered for internal recruitment processes for other CD Projekt Red projects.
  • The project's team size is significantly smaller compared to the team working on The Witcher 4, a mainline single-player sequel.
  • This development raises questions about the future of Project Sirius and its potential impact on CD Projekt Red's overall gaming portfolio.

For more information on the evolving story of Project Sirius and its implications for the gaming industry, Source: Rock Paper Shotgun