Workplace Culture News
The latest Workplace Culture coverage curated for game developers.
GamesIndustry.biz has announced the full line-up for its HR Summit 2026, with talks on AI, neurodiversity, unions, and workplace culture. The one-day event lands in London on October 1 and …
GamesIndustry.biz has revealed the first UK finalists for its 2026 Best Places To Work special awards, with NaturalMotion Games leading on five nods. Rocksteady Studios follows with four, while Jagex, …
Game Developer reports that Activision Blizzard is facing a lawsuit from a former employee who says she endured sexual harassment and retaliation during her 14-year tenure. The complaint accuses 10 …
GamesIndustry.biz has extended nominations for the Best Places To Work Awards' special categories, giving UK games businesses until midnight on Monday 7 September to submit entries. The extra window covers …
GamesIndustry.biz’s HR Summit returns to the Royal Institution on October 1 with a new People and Workplaces focus. The agenda is built around practical HR and leadership issues in games, …
As small teams ship bigger hits, the lack of formal management and HR structures can make bad behavior harder to catch and correct. The concern is that “deprofessionalization” may normalize …
Three indie horror publishers are now dealing with sexual harassment allegations, putting a harsh spotlight on how small studios and their partners handle misconduct. The fallout is already raising questions …
Workers at Build A Rocket Boy, the studio behind MindsEye, are protesting alleged misconduct and what they describe as a toxic management culture. The dispute has become a flashpoint for …
UK games companies can now enter the 2026 GamesIndustry.biz Best Places To Work Awards, with submissions open until August 21. The programme covers studios, publishers, service firms, retail and media, …
The IWGB has filed legal action against Build a Rocket Boy over serious data privacy violations involving surveillance software. This situation highlights the ongoing struggles developers face regarding workplace transparency …
Former Halo Studios art director Glenn Israel and other employees have come forward with serious allegations of harassment and retaliation within the studio. This situation raises significant concerns about workplace …
Embark Studios has parted ways with its co-founder amid misconduct allegations, citing an 'unsustainable' situation. While the allegations were not substantiated, this decision highlights the importance of workplace culture and …
Embark Studios has parted ways with co-founder Rob Runesson amid sexual misconduct allegations. While an external investigation did not substantiate the claims, the studio deemed the situation unsustainable. This decision …
The recent firing of a Ubisoft Montreal team lead highlights the tensions surrounding return-to-office policies in game development. This incident raises concerns for many developers, particularly those in leadership roles, …
Ubisoft is facing significant internal unrest as workers protest against working conditions, which could impact project timelines and morale. Meanwhile, Xbox hardware revenue is declining, signaling potential shifts in the …
Marc-Alexis Côté, the former lead of the Assassin's Creed franchise, is suing Ubisoft for CAD $1.3 million over claims of constructive dismissal. This lawsuit highlights ongoing issues within the industry …
Rockstar's recent evidence submission in a UK tribunal highlights the dismissal of 34 employees for gross misconduct. This situation raises concerns about workplace culture and the implications for developers in …
Rockstar has reportedly dismissed 34 employees for 'gross misconduct' following discussions about its Slack policies on an external Discord. This incident raises concerns about workplace communication and employee rights in …