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Gears of War: E-Day Story Director Laid Off Just a Week Before Early Access Launch
IGN • • technology
Key Points:
- Microsoft laid off 268 Xbox staff members across various studios, including veteran talent like Juan Vaca, the story director for Gears of War developer The Coalition, just one week before Gears of War: E-Day's early access launch.
- Vaca confirmed his departure after four years with the company, raising concerns about The Coalition's future following the game's launch and the impact of losing key creative personnel.
- Halo Studios also experienced sudden layoffs, including cinematic director Josh Daniels, who was let go a day after a promotion, as Activision takes over the Halo franchise development, leaving Halo Studios largely gutted.
- Microsoft has not provided clear plans for Gears of War's future, casting doubt on whether the storyline continuation teased during E-Day's announcement will proceed amid ongoing organizational changes.
