Supermassive has delayed Directive 8020 amid a spherical of layoffs

Darkish Footage studio Supermassive has introduced a spherical of layoffs and delayed its sci-fi horror sport Directive 8020 into 2026.

In a press release printed on its social media channels, the studio stated that it had begun the redundancy course of for round 36 staff.

“This resolution was not taken evenly, and we all know this can be an extremely tough time for everybody,” it stated. “Our absolute precedence can be to supply full help to all these affected.

“We stay targeted on our upcoming tasks and have made the choice to maneuver the launch of Directive 8020 to the primary half of 2026.

“The response to the sport to date has been implausible, and this extra time will assist us ship the easiest expertise for our followers. We’re deeply grateful for the persistence and help of our neighborhood. There is no such thing as a influence on the event of Little Nightmares III.”

Directive 8020 was initially resulting from launch in October for PC through Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Sequence X/S.

The British developer, primarily based in Guildford, Surrey, is finest identified for its PlayStation horror hit, Till Daybreak. The sport, which was tailored for the silver display earlier this 12 months, was well-liked with each hardcore gamers, and fostered a brand new, extra informal viewers.

“For its subsequent sport, Directive 8020, motion takes a a lot higher focus,” reads a current VGC preview. “So, how has the studio balanced the extra superior motion gameplay whereas ensuring its loyal informal viewers may expertise the brand new story?”