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Mob Entertainment Lays Off 'Almost Entire' Escape From Playtime Team

A former member of Mob Entertainment’s Escape from Playtime Team claims “almost all” staff working on the project have been laid off.

Mob Entertainment Lays Off 'Almost Entire' Escape From Playtime Team

A former game designer at Mob Entertainment announced that almost the entire Escape From Playtime team has been laid off, according to a LinkedIn post from November 4, 2026. The designer, who wished to remain anonymous, expressed relief for those still employed and acknowledged the challenges faced by the industry. The game, a horror-themed online survival co-op title set in the Poppy Playtime universe, was released on October 21, 2026.

Despite the staff reductions, Escape From Playtime will continue development, with planned improvements based on player feedback. Mob Entertainment's community manager, Tyler Scott Sanchez, assured fans that the game's future remains secure while acknowledging the uncertainty surrounding the project.

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