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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Tales of Kenzera: Zau Studio Hit by Layoffs
Caption: The recent layoffs at Surgent Studios, makers of Tales of Kenzera: Zau, highlight the gaming industry's volatility, according to Eurogamer. ounder Abubakar Salim expressed deep regret, praising his team's resilience. He wrote on X: "When things got tough, every one of them stood so strong, it was inspiring.". Over a dozen employees, including level designer Peter Brisbourne and technical artist Jordan Smee, are now job hunting. This situation is part of a broader trend, with over 10,000 industry layoffs by May 2024. Despite the game's success, this underscores the need for more sustainable practices in game development to support the dedicated professionals behind these creations. THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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