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Eidos Montreal has laid off 124 employees across its production and support teams, the studio announced in an official statement. The restructuring comes alongside the departure of longtime Head of Studio David Anfossi, with a leadership transition currently underway.
The studio described the layoffs as part of an effort to adapt to shifting development priorities and evolving project requirements.
Workforce Reduction Reflects Changing Project Needs
According to Eidos Montreal, the layoffs are the result of “changing project needs and impacts across production and support teams.” The studio explained that the decision was made to help concentrate resources more effectively and ensure the company remains positioned to deliver on its current development roadmap.
In its statement, the studio acknowledged the difficulty of the situation and emphasized that the layoffs were not related to employee performance. Instead, the changes reflect broader adjustments tied to production planning and organizational structure.
They also stated that supporting affected staff remains its immediate priority during this transition period, while ensuring operational continuity for teams continuing work across ongoing projects.
Head of Studio David Anfossi Leaves Eidos Montreal
Alongside the workforce reduction, David Anfossi has departed his role as Head of Studio after several years leading the company. His exit marks a significant leadership shift during a period of internal restructuring.
The studio thanked Anfossi for his contributions and confirmed that a transition plan toward new leadership is currently in progress. Further updates regarding the next phase of leadership are expected once details are finalized.
Part of a Broader Industry Trend in 2026
The layoffs arrive during a period of continued restructuring across the global video game industry, as studios adjust staffing levels to align with changing production demands and development strategies.
While the studio has not announced whether the layoffs will impact specific projects currently in development, organizational adjustments of this scale typically reflect internal resource realignment rather than cancellations.
For now, Eidos Montreal says its focus remains on supporting affected employees and maintaining stability across its remaining teams as it moves forward under new leadership.
