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Huuuge Games slashes 29% of workforce as studio pivots to social casino focus

Summary
122 employees laid off across three countries
Netherlands and Finland studios permanently closed
Operations streamlined around profitable social casino titles
"While these decisions are never easy, they reflect a commitment to streamlining operations and accelerating our ability to innovate" - Wojciech Wronowski, CEO
01

Operational restructuring hits multiple locations

89 Polish employees affected (21% of local workforce)
Complete shutdown of Netherlands and Finland studios
Layoffs expected completion by end of February 2025
02

Strategic pivot to social casino specialization

Discontinuing new game development outside core focus
Concentrating resources on existing social casino portfolio
Ceasing Bananaz Studios financing with $3.5M asset write-down
03

Leadership transition amid restructuring

Maciej Hebda appointed treasurer and EVP of finance (April 1, 2025)
Marek ChwaΕ‚ek resignation creates executive vacancy
New leadership tasked with accelerated innovation strategy
04

Future positioning

Streamlined operations expected to improve operational efficiency
Focus on proven social casino revenue streams
Reduced geographic footprint may lower operational costs
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