Until Dawn Developer Supermassive Games Facing Major Job Cuts

August 11, 2026 - 17:15

Supermassive Games, the studio known for horror titles like Until Dawn and The Quarry, has entered a formal redundancy consultation process that could see as many as 75 employees lose their jobs. The company confirmed the move in a statement, citing the need to restructure after a period of intense market pressure.

The layoffs represent a significant cut for the UK-based developer, which employs roughly 300 staff. While the exact number of affected roles is still under discussion, the proposed reduction would hit about a quarter of the team. The studio said the decision was not made lightly and that it is working to support those at risk during the consultation period.

Supermassive has been a major player in interactive horror since Until Dawn launched in 2015, but the industry has seen a wave of layoffs and studio closures over the past year. The company recently shipped The Quarry and has been involved in several smaller projects, yet rising development costs and shifting player spending habits have made it harder to sustain a large permanent workforce.

The studio has not announced which departments will be affected, but it said the goal is to create a leaner structure that can adapt to the current market. No further details were provided on timelines or severance terms.