{"title": "Full Circle Announces Team Restructuring and Layoffs Just Before Skate Exits Early Access", "body": ["The studio responsible for the latest Skate installment, Full Circle, has revealed plans for internal reorganization that include staff reductions. The exact number of positions affected remains undisclosed, and this move comes mere months following the title's early access debut on September 15, 2025."], ["Full Circle explained that the adjustments aim to strengthen the ongoing development of Skate. The company indicated that these modifications involve altering the organizational setup, resulting in certain job cuts. Those impacted are described as skilled team members and close associates who contributed significantly to the game's core elements. Their innovative contributions and commitment continue to shape the current player experience, and the choice does not diminish their value, with the studio pledging assistance during this period of change."], ["Efforts have been made to reach out to Electronic Arts, Full Circle's parent company, for additional details on the staff cuts. This report will be revised upon receiving any response."], ["Electronic Arts established Full Circle in 2021 by assembling developers from the classic Skate series. The franchise historically served as a grounded alternative to the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater lineup, yet the revived project under the new team has veered into somewhat unexpected territory for enthusiasts. Earlier entries in the series required purchase and featured both solo and online play options, whereas the current Skate adopts a free-to-play model centered on live-service features and in-game purchases."], ["The challenges faced by recent titles, including the flop of Concord and the persistent difficulties with Highguard, highlight the complexities of introducing live-service games this decade. While Full Circle's statement highlights the 'tens of millions' of users who have engaged with the refreshed version, retaining engagement and revenue from optional transactions might be underlying factors prompting the current overhaul."]}