Electronic Arts recently announced a workforce reduction affecting 400 employees across several studios. The restructuring also involved the cancellation of multiple projects and the closure of the BioWare studio.
Employees reported that the layoff process was conducted via Zoom meetings where chat functions were disabled and participants were hidden. Management did not provide opportunities for staff to ask questions during these sessions.
Internal feedback suggests a decline in morale, with staff noting that workloads remain unchanged despite the reduction in personnel. Employees expressed frustration regarding management's focus on generative AI tools like Claude.
Staff members described an atmosphere of secrecy surrounding the layoffs, with some individuals learning of their termination through LinkedIn. Anonymous sources stated that the company is prioritizing profit margins over employee well-being.
