East Side Games Group Reduces Workforce By 32%

East Side Games Group reduced its workforce by approximately 30 employees, representing about 32% of its total headcount, on September 1, 2026. The Vancouver-based mobile game developer announced the restructuring on September 3.

If you’re a non-unionized employee who loses your job and receives a severance package, don’t sign it before finding out what you could be owed. For ongoing updates, previous workforce reductions and broader employee-rights information, see our East Side Games Group layoffs guide.

On This Page:

• 1. East Side Games Group Cuts At A Glance
• 2. What Happened?
• 3. Who Is Affected?
• 4. What This Means For Canadian Employees
• 5. What Should Employees Do?

East Side Games Group Cuts At A Glance

• Announcement date: September 3, 2026
• Effective date: September 1, 2026
• Employees affected: Approximately 30
• Share of workforce: Approximately 32%
• Type of reduction: Combination of layoffs and furloughs
• Canadian impact: Not publicly confirmed

What Happened At East Side Games Group?

East Side Games Group announced a new round of cost reductions and operational restructuring that reduced its workforce by approximately 32%.

The company said approximately 30 employees were affected through a combination of layoffs and furloughs. The changes took effect September 1.

East Side Games Group said the workforce reduction and related operational efficiencies are expected to generate approximately $3.5 million in annualized cost savings, with most of the savings beginning in the fourth quarter of 2026.

The company is also reprioritizing its development portfolio by pausing or scaling back certain games and projects so it can focus resources on higher-performing and higher-potential titles.

Who Is Affected By The September 2026 Workforce Reduction?

East Side Games Group has confirmed that approximately 30 employees are affected, but it has not publicly provided a breakdown of the specific roles, teams or locations involved.

It is also important to distinguish between the two measures announced by the company. The approximately 30-person total includes employees affected by both layoffs and furloughs. East Side Games Group has not said how many employees fall into each category.

A furlough is different from a permanent termination. Employees who have been furloughed should understand exactly what changes are being made to their employment before agreeing to new terms or making decisions about their job.

What Does This Mean For East Side Games Group Employees In Canada?

Canadian impact has not been publicly confirmed. Although East Side Games Group is headquartered in Vancouver, the company’s September 3 announcement does not identify the locations of the employees affected.

If a non-unionized Canadian employee is terminated, their severance can depend on factors such as age, length of service, position and compensation. Employment standards minimums are not necessarily the employee’s full entitlement, and for some employees full severance can reach as much as 24 months’ pay.

You don’t need to calculate that yourself. The important first step is to have the complete severance offer reviewed before signing.

What Should East Side Games Group Employees Do?

If you’ve been laid off by East Side Games Group, get your severance offer in writing and don’t sign a release until you know whether the package is fair.

A short deadline from your employer does not mean you have to accept the package immediately. Having the offer reviewed is simply a way to find out what you could be owed and what your options are.

Getting advice also doesn’t mean committing yourself to a long legal battle. Nearly all severance matters are addressed through negotiation without going to court.

Sources

• East Side Games Group Announces Cost Reduction Initiatives to Strengthen Financial Position — September 3, 2026
• East Side Games Group Announces Second Quarter 2026 Results — August 13, 2026

Disclaimer: This article provides general information about a publicly reported workforce reduction and the rights of non-unionized employees in Canada. It does not state or suggest that Campbell’s, any related company or any other employer acted unlawfully, made an improper severance offer or failed to meet its obligations to any employee.