Don't Nod might not have enough cash to make it through January 2027, and even if it does, pulling up could 'involve the reduction of up to 90 positions'

Don't Nod, the developers behind Life is Strange 1 and 2, are facing severe financial difficulties. In 2024, their games Jusant and Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden underperformed, leading to a temporary pause in development of two additional titles. This was followed by layoffs in 2025 after the release of Lost Records fell short of expected revenue.

Despite this, their third-person adventure game Aphelion failed to turn things around, resulting in a 56% decrease in operating revenue compared to the previous year. The company also reported a €3.5 million decrease in sales in the first half of 2026, largely due to factors such as the recognition of previous sales, increased development costs, and contributions from previous games and a collaboration with Netflix.

This financial strain suggests that Don't Nod may not have sufficient funds to operate beyond January 31, 2027, potentially requiring a workforce reduction of up to 90 positions.