WB Games Montreal has announced layoffs affecting 99 employees, the vast majority of whom were subcontractors employed through Keywords Studios. This follows the recent announcement that support for *Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League* will end on January 14, 2025.
Impact of Suicide Squad's Performance
The layoffs primarily impacted QA staff who worked with Rocksteady on *Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League*. Those affected are expected to leave WB Games Montreal by early February. While some were offered placement on a contact list for future projects, these projects may not begin until 2026.
The poor performance of *Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League* contributed to a significant 41% decrease in Warner Bros. Games revenue during Q2 2024, likely prompting the decision to end support and reduce staff. This shortfall was exacerbated by the absence of a major release to follow the success of *Hogwarts Legacy*.
Future Projects Uncertain
Currently, WB Games Montreal's future projects are unclear. While a new DC Comics game using Unreal Engine 5 is rumored, nothing is confirmed. Looking ahead, *Hogwarts Legacy 2* is a top priority for WB Games, given the immense success of its predecessor.
