Iron Galaxy Studios announces further layoffs, unknown number of staff affected

April 20, 2026 - 10:52

Iron Galaxy Studios, the development team behind the well-received Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2 remake and numerous other high-profile projects, has confirmed a new round of layoffs. This marks the second significant reduction in staff for the Chicago-based company within a year.

In a statement, the studio's leadership pointed to severe challenges within the industry, stating it has become "impossible to sustain our team size even after downsizing from last year." The exact number of employees affected by this latest round of cuts remains undisclosed. The studio expressed profound regret over the decision, emphasizing the difficulty of parting with talented colleagues.

This news continues a devastating trend of widespread job losses across the video game sector throughout 2023 and into 2024. Iron Galaxy, known for its port work and co-development on major titles like Diablo IV and Street Fighter 6, now joins a growing list of studios forced to contract. The statement concluded with thanks to the departing staff for their contributions and a commitment to supporting those impacted during the transition. The long-term impact of these cuts on the studio's current and future projects is not yet clear.