Dundee’s Outplay Studio Cuts 21 Jobs Amid Strategic Shift in Gaming Partnerships
Outplay Entertainment, the game studio located in Dundee, Scotland, has recently announced the layoff of 21 employees as part of a strategic restructuring. This move is aimed at shifting the company’s focus towards developing new partnerships with game publishers.
Known for popular mobile titles such as Subway Surfers and Angry Birds, as well as collaborative projects involving celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, Outplay is realigning its resources to better compete in the evolving gaming market.
Key Points of the Strategic Shift
- Focus on strengthening partnerships with game publishers
- Expansion of reach in the competitive mobile gaming sector
- Restructuring leading to the layoff of 21 staff members
This decision highlights a broader industry trend where game developers collaborate more extensively with external partners and outsource certain aspects of development. Such strategies help manage increasing development costs and adapt to dynamic market demands.
Despite the layoff, the Dundee studio remains dedicated to producing high-quality gaming experiences. By leveraging partnerships, Outplay aims to continue delivering engaging content to a global audience while maintaining a competitive edge in the industry.
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