To the chopping block Maxis goes, EA confirms job cuts “Often in the video game industry, the size of a studio fluctuates in response to business conditions,” an EA rep said in a statement. “In this case, EA has taken action to reduce the workforce at Maxis as we focus the business and focus Maxis. EA remains fully committed to Spore and other IP within Maxis, with games planned for launch in the next few months, including Spore Hero, coming to the Wii for the first time, and Spore Hero Arena on the DS.” I can’t imagine coming in to work only to see a pink slip sitting on your desk – or even being told you have to be let go.* I hope this is not the signs that Spore isn’t doing as well as they intended.* Nobody should have to lose their job over this, but I’m afraid that’s how life works * My thoughts and prayers go out to any of the Maxis team in this situation.* Hopefully EA can relocate you into another studio. Source:* GameSpot
