There was a bit of negative news in the Nintendo world last week, and there was talk that several contractors had lost their jobs at the company’s testing center, where new releases are tested to make sure there are no bugs in the way. There were people working freelance in the department, but it appears they will no longer be offered temporary positions, as part of the company’s plans to restructure operations and do something more serious with regular positions.
The Japanese company did not immediately comment on the matter, but later released a statement confirming all of these alleged layoffs, which should not be treated as such, as these are people who renew their contracts only to return after a certain period of time. . And although it is not their responsibility, they promise to compensate contractors who are no longer needed, because, as already mentioned, there will be people who will fill conventional positions and remain in the company.
Here is what is mentioned:
For all assignments completed, contracting firms, including support from Nintendo of America, will offer severance packages and support during your transition. To those contract partners who will be leaving us, we are very grateful for the important contributions you have made to our business, and we extend our sincere thanks for your hard work and service to Nintendo.
The restructuring comes as the company faces a slowdown in its testing division, according to contractors in the report. Confirm it Nintendo There are no new major first-party games on the horizon and no one has time to test the next successor switchWhich was initially rumored to be finally released 2024. But with this in mind, people now fear that the launch will be delayed again, as rumors swirl that it will be sold. 2025.
Through: IGN
Editor’s note: The truth is that they aren’t firing anyone, they just won’t give renewal contracts to hire people who want to stay with their company fully. They should not be compensated, after all they have no duty to them.
