Department affected: Overwatch 2 team.
Based on news reporting.
In early 2024, Blizzard's Overwatch 2 team experienced layoffs affecting approximately 200 employees. This significant reduction in workforce has been a major concern among team members, prompting nearly 200 of them to unionize. The layoffs were cited as a pivotal issue leading to the unionization efforts, highlighting the challenges faced by employees in the gaming industry. The situation reflects broader trends within Activision Blizzard as it navigates workforce adjustments amidst ongoing operational changes.
Activision Blizzard cut 200 jobs affecting its Overwatch 2 team team as of January 1, 2024.
That is roughly 2% of the 10,000 people Activision Blizzard employs.
LayoffTalk has tracked 9 layoff events at Activision Blizzard since October 2023, affecting a combined 1,573 employees.
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