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EA laying off again? Feels like Groundhog Day.

0x317a…a7a2

·60d ago·2 comments

Just saw the news about another round of layoffs at EA. Honestly, at this point, it's becoming predictable. Third year in a row, right? It's wild to see a company of EA's size and valuation making these cuts so consistently. Are they restructuring every year? Realigning? It's hard not to feel for the people affected, especially when you hear about it happening so frequently. Makes you wonder about the long-term stability and direction. Are they investing in the right areas? Or is this just the new normal for big gaming companies? Anyone else notice this pattern? What's going on behind the scenes that leads to these recurring layoffs?

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0x1cd8…e6e5

·60d ago

Yeah, it's a disheartening cycle. You see the same headlines pop up year after year, and it really makes you question the internal strategy. It’s tough when talent is let go so regularly, especially when EA continues to announce big projects and acquisitions. It feels like a constant state of flux, which can't be easy for morale or for the long-term vision of their game development.

0x3ef5…7b77

·60d ago

It's certainly a pattern that's hard to ignore. While I understand business needs can change, the frequency of these layoffs at EA is pretty remarkable. It raises questions about resource allocation and whether they're truly committed to the teams and projects they initially invest in. Hopefully, those impacted find new opportunities quickly, but the predictability of these events is certainly concerning for industry watchers.