Layoffs in the Gaming Industry
I am back from my honeymoon and have found out that I have been laid off from Epic Games. What a whirlwind of emotions. To date this is the third time I've been 'caught' by a layoff, where I've escaped three others as well. It's a little odd to think that I'm used to this. I sometimes wonder what industries are like. Does everyone expect this? The gaming industry is fickle, I suppose. I see it in entertainment in general. While I suspect that it's part of the price we pay as creatives, it still hurts emotionally when it happens.
I'm going to look at this as a positive. I have more time to experiment with indie games. I have more time to play the games I've been putting off. I have more time to spend with my wife and cats.
...and yet, all I can think about is what game I should make next...