Pokemon Go developer Niantic has become the latest major game studio to announce serious layoffs and other significant changes. The company’s boss, John Hanke, notified staffers of a drastic change to the company’s organization and outlook that includes layoffs, a studio closure, and game cancellations.
Niantic is closing its Los Angeles studio and making cuts to the company’s headcount at other offices. Additionally, NBA All-World is going offline and the upcoming game Marvel: World of Heroes is now canceled. In total, Niantic is cutting about 230 jobs.