505 Games, a publisher of video games, recently announced that it had laid off staff following the release of its latest title, Ghostrunner. The news has come as a shock to many in the gaming industry, as the game was highly anticipated and received generally positive reviews.

Ghostrunner is a cyberpunk-themed action-adventure game that was released on October 27th. It was developed by One More Level and published by 505 Games. The game has been praised for its fast-paced combat and intense difficulty. It has been compared to the classic game Mirror’s Edge and has been described as a “must-play” for fans of the genre.

Despite the positive reception of Ghostrunner, 505 Games has decided to lay off staff in an effort to cut costs. This is not the first time the publisher has had to make such a decision; in 2018, it laid off staff following the release of Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night.

The news of the layoffs has been met with sadness and confusion by many in the gaming industry. Many have expressed their support for those affected by the layoffs, while others have questioned why 505 Games would make such a decision when the game appears to be doing well.

It is unclear why 505 Games has chosen to lay off staff following the release of Ghostrunner. It is possible that the company is attempting to reduce costs in order to remain competitive in an increasingly crowded market. It could also be that the publisher is attempting to focus its resources on other projects, such as its upcoming title Control.

Whatever the reason for the layoffs, it is clear that this news has come as a shock to many in the gaming industry. It is important to remember that those affected by the layoffs are real people with real lives, and we should all show our support for them during this difficult time.