{"id":41499,"date":"2026-08-08T16:43:03","date_gmt":"2026-08-08T16:43:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/?p=41499"},"modified":"2026-08-08T16:43:03","modified_gmt":"2026-08-08T16:43:03","slug":"14-staff-members-laid-off-at-thats-no-moon-two-months-after-crossfire-reveal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/?p=41499","title":{"rendered":"14 Staff Members Laid Off at That’s No Moon Two Months After Crossfire Reveal"},"content":{"rendered":"
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**That’s No Moon Studio Faces Layoffs Amid Development of Crossfire**<\/p>\n

Two months ago, That’s No Moon, a new game development studio formed by veterans from Naughty Dog and Infinity Ward, unveiled Crossfire, a cinematic military shooter infused with sci-fi elements. The studio, which came together about five years ago, is now facing unexpected challenges as reports of layoffs emerge even before the launch of their first game.<\/p>\n

According to a report by IGN, several developers at That’s No Moon have confirmed their layoffs. A senior concept artist mentioned that 14 employees were impacted by these reductions. An environment artist, whose role at the studio marked their first foray into the gaming industry, has publicly sought new job opportunities, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding the studio’s future.<\/p>\n

The precise reasons for the layoffs remain unclear, particularly given that Crossfire was only recently announced and lacks an official release date. Despite this setback, details about the game have been slowly emerging. The trailer for Crossfire hints at a unique adaptive cover system that allows players to utilize and interact with their environment strategically. However, specifics on how this system effectively functions in gameplay have yet to be fully disclosed. The visuals presented so far suggest a diverse landscape characterized by rocky terrain, hinting at stealth elements in the game’s mechanics.<\/p>\n

It’s worth noting that Crossfire is part of a broader franchise of the same name, which started as an online tactical first-person shooter developed in South Korea. The franchise has experienced mixed outcomes over the years. CrossfireX, another installment in the series, featured contributions from Remedy Entertainment, known for their work on Alan Wake. However, despite the pre-release buzz, CrossfireX was shut down just over a year after its launch and never made its way to the PC platform. Additionally, a real-time strategy variant, Crossfire: Legion, debuted in 2022 but was later removed from distribution.<\/p>\n

As the situation unfolds, the gaming community expresses solidarity with the developers affected by the layoffs, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of the industry and the impact of such decisions on talented individuals. The future of That’s No Moon and Crossfire remains uncertain as developers navigate these challenges while striving to bring their vision to life.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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\nTwo months ago, That’s No Moon, a studio made up of former Naughty Dog and Infinity Ward devs, revealed Crossfire, a cinematic military shooter<\/a> with a sci-fi flair. The team first formed around five years ago, but now it appears that there’s layoffs before they’ve even managed to get their first game out the door.\n<\/p>\n

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