Employees Reveal Layoffs at Starbreeze, Payday 3 Studio

Layoffs Possible at Starbreeze Studios amidst Payday 3 Challenges and Executive Departures

Starbreeze Studios, the developer of Payday 3, is reportedly facing new difficulties. Social media posts from employees suggest potential layoffs, although the company has yet to confirm any staff reductions. Alexander Pereswetoff-Morath, Head of Quality Control for over seven years, has announced he is leaving the company to seek new opportunities. Senior producer Sabina Af Jochnick has also voiced concerns about possible job cuts affecting her role. The troubled launch of Payday 3 in 2023—marked by significant technical problems—led to player dissatisfaction and the subsequent departure of executive director Tobias Sjogren. Following an announcement in 2024 that Starbreeze would reduce its planned second-year content, these potential layoffs now threaten further delays to future game updates.

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