Microsoft Hiring Ex-Sony Santa Monica Staff

[Hedon]

 

As reported earlier, Sony Santa Monica has been hit by significant staff lay-offs, and there are reports that a project has been cancelled in the process. It's come to light that Microsoft are now hiring said ex-staff.

 

The news has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, which could be exactly what Microsoft need right now considering the recent price drop.

 

Phil Spencer was asked on Twitter:

 

"With IG closing SSM lay offs, MS should be able to scoop up a lot of talent for BT and new studios, don't you agree, Phil? #helpDEVS"

 

To which he replied:

 

"Like the #helpDEVS tag. Keep that one going. We've reached out and are engaged in hiring."

 

Hopefully those developers that were let go by Sony Santa Monica over the last couple of days manage find new jobs, be they at Microsoft or elsewhere.

 

http://www.gamrreview.com/news/91064/microsoft-hiring-ex-sony-santa-monica-staff/

 

Great news if true. That studio is filled with some serious talent.

[George P Global Moderator]

If this is true then that shows how they're pushing forward with internal studios and first party exclusives.

[GotBored]

Hopefully its true, GoW had its great moments and was a fun game to play.

 

If they could get these guys onto the Ryse team and improve it that'd be great.

[Brendeth]

I really like Phil Spencer, he seems actively engaged in help Microsoft Games Studios grow into a powerhouse. First he had mentioned about getting some Irrational Games staff for 343i and Blacktusk, and now this. Hopefully it all works out!

Really makes me wonder what is happening to Santa Monica though, I know they are assisting with The Order but what else are they doing?

[DrunknMunky Veteran]

I really like Phil Spencer, he seems actively engaged in help Microsoft Games Studios grow into a powerhouse. First he had mentioned about getting some Irrational Games staff for 343i and Blacktusk, and now this. Hopefully it all works out!

Really makes me wonder what is happening to Santa Monica though, I know they are assisting with The Order but what else are they doing?

 

https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1202521-layoffs-at-sony-santa-monica-project-canceled/?view=findpost&p=596285561