# Ghost of Yōtei Hit, Sucker Punch Lays Off Staff

> Sucker Punch Productions, maker of Ghost of Yōtei, reports 24 layoffs after the game's success.
- Title: Ghost of Yōtei Hit, Sucker Punch Lays Off Staff · Polygon
- Summary: Sucker Punch Productions, maker of Ghost of Yōtei, reports 24 layoffs after the game's success. Sucker Punch Productions, developer of Ghost of Yōtei, laid…
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- Source: Polygon — https://polygon.com/ghost-of-yotei-developer-sucker-punch-layoffs-2026
- Author: Austin Manchester
- Published: 2026-10-26T19:12:19+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: ghost of yōtei, sucker punch productions, layoffs, playstation, metacritic, dice awards, gaming, culture
## Layoffs Announced
Sucker Punch Productions reported 24 staff members laid off after reviewing market challenges and next project needs.

> After carefully observing the challenges in the market and reviewing the team needs for our next project, we've decided to make some staffing reductions
## Ghost of Yōtei Success
Ghost of Yōtei earned 86 Metascore on Metacritic and sold 5.4 million copies by October 2026.

> Ghost of Yōtei was a hit with critics and players, earning 86 Metascore on Metacritic and being a year-end awards contender at various 2025 awards shows
## Revenue and Recognition
The game generated $400 million in revenue and won three DICE Awards including Adventure Game of the Year.

> Ghost of Yōtei took home Adventure Game of the Year, Outstanding Achievement in Character, and Outstanding Achievement in Original Music Composition at February's DICE Awards
## Key takeaway

Sucker Punch Productions, developer of Ghost of Yōtei, laid off 24 staff members despite the game's 5.4 million sales and $400 million revenue.