Another round of layoffs hit the video game industry today as Tripwire Interactive, the studio behind Maneater and Killing Floor, announces a workforce reduction. This news came while Tripwire Interactive is in the middle of development for Maneater 2. The layoffs will see 36 people let go from the studio.
Layoffs at Tripwire Interactive, Studio Behind Maneater 2
The reduction was announced on Tripwire Interactive’s account on X (formerly Twitter) on November 9, 2026. The studio shares that the staff let go will be supported through the transition. While an official reason hasn’t been given, Tripwire did share that it was, “not an easy decision, but unfortunately a necessary one for the organization.”
This is the second time this year Tripwire has laid off employees, the first time being in March. This puts the total of laid-off employees at 59 this year.
The Future of Maneater 2
As of now, there is no reported effect on the development of Maneater 2. Tripwire says in their announcement, “Our team is focused on our internal projects including active development of Maneater 2, ongoing work on Killing Floor 3 and publishing efforts under the Tripwire Presents label.” The game is set to release in 2027 with no official release date yet.
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