Star Wars Zero Company devs put on furlough right before launch

Bit Reactor, the studio behind Star Wars Outlaws' Zero Company expansion, has placed staff on furlough just as the content launched. While the update itself appears to have resonated with players and reviewers, the timing raises questions about the developer's operational stability. The move suggests internal challenges that contrast sharply with the external reception of the new material.

The disconnect between critical and player approval of Zero Company and the studio's staffing decisions underscores growing unpredictability in how live-service titles are supported post-launch. Furloughs during active content releases remain a flashpoint for scrutiny in the industry.