Gigantic stalled as Motiga announces significant lay-offs

motiga logo Gigantic

Things aren’t looking too healthy for Gigantic or its developer Motiga, as the latter has announced “the temporary layoff of a significant percentage of our studio”.

Recommended Videos

The word “temporary” there suggests that the studio haven’t yet given up hope, and indeed the statement declares they will “work aggressively to identify the resources we need to rehire.” It’s noted that Motiga are presently “in active and promising discussions with a number of potential investors”, but that the financial resources necessary to retain their desired number of staff have run out.

For the time being, Motiga “intend to continue supporting Gigantic game services for as long as we are able” but want people to be aware that “a decision of this magnitude will impact all departments across the studio”.

The game is currently in closed beta, but is also a Windows 10 exclusive.

“While the situation is far from ideal” Motiga write, “the sheer number of people that have enjoyed playing Gigantic has affirmed what we’ve believed all along: while we still have a lot of work to do to polish the experience for the players, the current closed beta version of our game introduces a legitimately fun gameplay experience with great promise for the future.”

Further updates are promised as the situation develops over the coming weeks.


PC Invasion is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more
related content
Read Article PSA: Most mods should work with Stardew Valley 1.6 on launch
Stardew Valley 1.6 Mods
Read Article Dragon’s Dogma 2 players have created a horrifically hideous Moogle from Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
Dragon's Dogma 2 Moogle
Read Article Baldur’s Gate 3 player turned to gold and somehow received permanent buffs
Baldurs Gate 3 Player Turned To Gold And Somehow Received Permanent Buffs
Related Content
Read Article PSA: Most mods should work with Stardew Valley 1.6 on launch
Stardew Valley 1.6 Mods
Read Article Dragon’s Dogma 2 players have created a horrifically hideous Moogle from Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
Dragon's Dogma 2 Moogle
Read Article Baldur’s Gate 3 player turned to gold and somehow received permanent buffs
Baldurs Gate 3 Player Turned To Gold And Somehow Received Permanent Buffs