Embracer-owned Eidos Montreal has laid off 124 employees due to changing project needs. Studio head David Anfossi, a 19-year veteran, is also departing. The studio described the cuts as necessary to focus efforts where it can be most effective.
Eidos Montreal announced on Monday that it is reducing its workforce by 124 people across production and support teams. The studio stated, “The reduction in workforce affecting 124 employees is a result of changing project needs and impacts across production and support teams.” It added, “Today is a difficult day for our studio and reflects the need to adapt and concentrate efforts where Eidos Montréal can be most effective.” The company emphasized its gratitude to those affected, noting the decision does not reflect their talent or performance and committing to support them respectfully while ensuring team continuity. After many years as head of studio, David Anfossi is parting ways with Eidos Montreal. The studio thanked him for his contributions and said a transition plan is underway, with updates on new leadership to follow. This marks the latest in a series of layoffs at the Deus Ex developer, following cuts of 75 staff in March 2025 and another round last December. Eidos Montreal released Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy in 2021 and has been supporting Xbox projects including Grounded 2 and Fable. Insider Gaming earlier reported the studio's work on a new AAA open-world action-adventure game in development since 2019, alongside mothballed projects like pitches for a Deus Ex sequel.
