According to Cyan, the team knew in advance about potential layoffs, but they could not be avoided. As a result, 12 people lost their jobs. Those laid off were provided with severance packages.
Right now, the studio’s main goal is to secure funding for a new project. The statement reads:
“We have been around for many years, weathered tough times, and hope to continue making games.”
Cyan Worlds was founded in 1987 and is best known for Myst — at one time the best-selling PC game. The studio’s latest project was the remake of Riven, released in the summer of 2024. Nothing is known about new games yet.
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Cover author: Cyan Worlds. Cover source: Gamesradar