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Starbreeze Cancels D&D Game, Lays Off 44 Staff

10/2/2025

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Starbreeze Studios canceled Project Baxter, a Dungeons & Dragons co-op game announced in 2023 for 2026, and will lay off 44 staff.
The decision includes a SEK 255 million non-cash write-down.
Starbreeze will focus Payday development to stabilize finances and restore investor confidence by 2026. Payday has over 50 million players, and staff will receive industry support.

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Starbreeze Studios canceled Project Baxter, a Dungeons & Dragons co-op game announced in 2023 for 2026, and will lay off 44 staff.
The decision includes a SEK 255 million non-cash write-down.
Starbreeze will focus Payday development to stabilize finances and restore investor confidence by 2026. Payday has over 50 million players, and staff will receive industry support.