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Sumo Digital Begins Redundancy Consultation, Says Ongoing Projects Unaffected

The move follows last year’s shift to pure co-development after earlier cuts, asset sales, leadership exits.

Overview

  • Employees were informed this morning that certain roles are at risk as the consultation process begins.
  • The company declined to specify how many positions could be eliminated and has not identified affected departments or locations.
  • Sumo said it is adapting to ongoing instability to maintain resilience and position the business for long-term success.
  • Recent changes included a June 2024 reduction of roughly 15%—nearly 250 roles—plus the 2025 sale of Secret Mode, a management buyout at The Chinese Room, and the departure of co-founders.
  • Sumo, acquired by Tencent in 2022 for about $1.27 billion, now focuses exclusively on co-development across studios in the UK, Europe, and India.