Lightspeed LA Cuts 80 Roles as Last Sentinel Development Shifts Direction

Lightspeed LA, the Tencent-owned studio behind the upcoming title Last Sentinel, has confirmed layoffs as it adjusts the creative and development direction of its first game. Reports indicate that around 80 roles were affected, though the company has not officially confirmed the exact number. The studio, which was established in 2020 and is led by veteran developer Steve Martin, has been working on Last Sentinel, a sci-fi open-world game set in a futuristic Tokyo. The layoffs come as part of a broader restructuring effort to align the project with a new vision. Lightspeed LA emphasized that the changes are intended to ensure the game meets its ambitious goals and delivers a high-quality experience to players. The affected employees are said to have received severance packages and support for their transition. The studio remains committed to the development of Last Sentinel, which has not yet received a release date.