Highguard Developer Wildlight Entertainment Lays Off Staff After Game's Poor Performance
— BBC
Key Takeaway
Wildlight Entertainment, the developer of the multiplayer shooter Highguard, has laid off multiple staff members just two weeks after the game's release due to poor player retention and backlash from its premiere. Despite initial positive reviews, the game struggled to maintain its player base, leading to this difficult decision.
Its trailer got a prime Game Awards slot, but the online shooter has failed to find a large audience.
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