Activision responds to mass-layoff claims

Activision Blizzard has responded to widespread speculation suggesting that three of the publisher’s studios have been hit by heavy layoffs, and possible closures.

In a statement sent to Develop, Activision said it was realigning our resources to better reflect our slate and the market opportunities.”

Earlier today, 3D Realms co-founder George Broussard sparked off the rumours from his personal Twitter account, which claimed that around 90 staff from Vancouver-based studio Radical Entertainment had been made redundant.

More details can be found over at Develop