Layoffs Rock Build a Rocket Boy After Troubled Launch

In a surprising turn of events, Build a Rocket Boy has confirmed it is facing significant layoffs less than a month after the troubled debut of its highly anticipated game, MindsEye.

Despite reaching out for comments, The Verge received no direct response from the game studio. However, in an official statement to IGN, the company expressed regret over the necessary changes.

"We can confirm that we have had to make the painful decision to notify our hardworking team of some internal changes at Build A Rocket Boy. While we are working to reassign roles for as many of those impacted as possible, we are initiating a formal consultation process that may result in redundancies," the statement reads. They further assured employees of a commitment to transparency and fairness throughout the process.

MindsEye: A Bumpy Ride from the Start

MindsEye was hailed as the launchpad for an expansive, interconnected gaming universe, spearheaded by the renowned Leslie Benzies, a former Rockstar Games producer famous for his contributions to the Grand Theft Auto series. Unfortunately, its debut was marred by poor reviews, technical glitches, and even cancellation of sponsored streaming events that were set to promote the game.

Originally, Build a Rocket Boy had grand plans for MindsEye, releasing a detailed roadmap for future content updates and even aspirations for multiplayer capabilities and open-world experiences. Benzies had previously expressed hope that players would contribute by creating compelling content, which the studio could feature and promote within the game community.

The Future of MindsEye in Jeopardy?

Although Build a Rocket Boy has not disclosed the exact number of employees affected, reports suggest that approximately 100 of the company's 500 workers may lose their jobs. Despite these challenges, the company insists it remains committed to realizing its promises for MindsEye. However, with established titles like Fortnite and Roblox dominating the gaming landscape, the road ahead is anything but easy.

As fans anxiously await further updates, the future of MindsEye—and the company behind it—hangs in the balance.