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Double Fine's Union Drive Collapses, Organizers Fired
A unionization effort launched in May 2026 at Double Fine, a studio known for its progressive culture, fell apart in two weeks. The result: all employees behind the initiative were laid off. The incident tarnishes the reputation of the Psychonauts and Keeper studio and raises serious questions about Microsoft's stated commitment to union rights in gaming.
#Microsoft#video game industry#Double Fine
Lumnix Editorial··4 min read
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Blizzard Unions Win Two Days of Remote Work Per Week
Nearly 1,900 Blizzard employees have secured a union agreement guaranteeing two days of remote work weekly—after two years of negotiation with management. In an industry that has aggressively mandated return-to-office policies since 2023, this is a concrete victory that raises a simple question: are working conditions in gaming finally changing course?
#Microsoft#Blizzard#unionization
Lumnix Editorial··3 min read