Schell Games announces second layoffs round of 2026
The Pittsburgh studio behind Among Us VR and I Expect You To Die cut roles across engineering, art, sound and QA but did not say how many staff were affected.
Schell Games announced on November 2, 2026, that it has laid off staff for the second time this year, according to GamesIndustry.biz. The Pittsburgh-based VR developer said a significant number of employees were affected but did not disclose the exact figure.
The studio said the cuts were made to ensure a sustainable future for the company, pointing to challenging conditions in the game industry.
Affected roles span engineering, art and design, sound, marketing, IT support, research, and QA.
Schell Games co-developed the VR adaptation of Among Us and develops the I Expect You To Die VR puzzle franchise.
Earlier cuts this year
The studio previously conducted layoffs in August 2026, the first time it had reduced staff since its founding in 2002. In 2024, CEO Jesse Schell told GamesIndustry.biz that avoiding layoffs depends on prioritising stability.
Quick answers
How many employees did Schell Games lay off?
Schell Games did not disclose how many employees were affected, saying only that a significant number were laid off.
Which roles were affected at Schell Games?
The affected roles include engineering, art and design, sound, marketing, IT support, research, and QA.