Activision Blizzard has made organizational changes to its Hearthstone team, leading to a small number of layoffs. The company expressed gratitude to the affected employees for their contributions.
According to LinkedIn posts from former Hearthstone team members, ten employees have been impacted by the layoffs. The specific teams and the extent of the impact remain undisclosed. Three LinkedIn posts mentioned that two game producers and an engineer were among those laid off.
The future of Hearthstone appears uncertain, with the game facing challenges such as unresolved bugs and lackluster game modes. Additionally, the success of other card game titles like Marvel Snap and Activision Blizzard’s impending acquisition by Microsoft have added to the uncertainty surrounding the once highly regarded game developer.
Furthermore, the Microsoft acquisition has raised concerns among several Activision Blizzard teams regarding their job prospects. As the World of Warcraft developer trims its workforce before the acquisition, the immediate future for Hearthstone remains unclear.
Source: DOTESPORTS
