IndustryGamers’ Top 20 Stories of 2009 Perhaps the biggest story this year in the world of EA/Maxis is the fact that the last founder of Maxis – Will Wright – stepped down.* It came out of the blue and left many in shock, wondering what was the cause behind his reasoning.* He did inform his fellow fans and followers that he wanted to try something different in his life with his Stupid Fun Club.* However there are still a number of people who think Spore’s failing was the reasoning behind his departure.* Believe what you want, it was a sad day for Sim/Spore fans.. Speaking of sad news, another huge story dealing with Electronic Arts is the massive 1500 layoffs and lit the internet a blaze with all sorts of comments and activities.* Hopefully many were able to find jobs, but I am sure they are still looking. IndustryGamer’s Top 20 Stories of 2009:* #17 Will Wright leaves EA IndustryGamer’s Top 20 Stories of 2009:* #10 Electronic Arts cuts 1500 Share and Enjoy: Related posts: The Sims Castaway Stories ships for Mac EA announces The Sims 2 Castaway Stories for PC IndustryGamers – Interview with EA’s Media Play