TechTarget and Informa Techs Digital Business Combine.TechTarget and InformaTechTarget and Informa Techs Digital Business Combine.Together, we power an unparalleled network of 220+ online properties covering 10,000+ granular topics, serving an audience of 50+ million professionals with original, objective content from trusted sources. We help you gain critical insights and make more informed decisions across your business priorities.Myst developer Cyan Worlds has laid off half of its workforceMyst developer Cyan Worlds has laid off half of its workforce'Our sincere hope is to continue to be around.'Chris Kerr, News EditorMarch 31, 20251 Min ReadImage via Cyan WorldsMyst and Riven developer Cyan Worlds has laid off 12 employees after struggling to navigate "choppy waters."The studio shared the news on social media and explained the layoffs have impacted roughly half of its team."Industry conditions have forced us into a tricky spot where we are having to weigh the future of our studio against the month-to-month realities of game development in 2025," reads a statement posted by Cyan leadership."Throughout the past year, we have been ultra-transparent with the entire Cyan team about the choppy waters we find ourselves in, as well as the dangers ahead. While the news of a layoff was not a surprise to the team, it was (and is) deeply saddening for all of us."Cyan said it has tried to "pad the landing" for those impacted by offering severance packages but implored other studios with vacancies to consider hiring its former employees.The studio is now focused on securing financing for its next project."We've been around for a very long time and have been through tough times before. Our sincere hope is to continue to be around, and to provide the types of experiences that only Cyan can deliver."Read more about:LayoffsTop StoriesAbout the AuthorChris KerrNews Editor, GameDeveloper.comGame Developer news editor Chris Kerr is an award-winning journalist and reporter with over a decade of experience in the game industry. His byline has appeared in notable print and digital publications including Edge, Stuff, Wireframe, International Business Times, andPocketGamer.biz. Throughout his career, Chris has covered major industry events including GDC, PAX Australia, Gamescom, Paris Games Week, and Develop Brighton. He has featured on the judging panel at The Develop Star Awards on multiple occasions and appeared on BBC Radio 5 Live to discuss breaking news.See more from Chris KerrDaily news, dev blogs, and stories from Game Developer straight to your inboxStay UpdatedYou May Also Like