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5 No sign of it. We found no public evidence tying Sucker Punch Productions (Sony)'s cuts to AI.
Every tracked 2026 layoff at Sucker Punch Productions (Sony), newest first. Scores are 0–100: how strongly the public evidence ties the cuts to AI. Sources are linked on each one.
AI score 5/100 (Minimal) · 80% interval 4–6 · evidence grade D · US · Video Games
Stated reason: Sony-owned Ghost of Yotei developer laid off 24 staff. Studio email to staff: 'After carefully observing the challenges in the market and reviewing the team needs for our next project, we've decided to make some staffing reductions.' No AI reason given.
Why 5: Weak demand, lost customer or contract · Drivers: industry AI exposure +0.6, contrary evidence −0.2
Evidence: major-outlet report. Signals: attribution 0.0, primary source 0.0, exec statement 0.0, role exposure 0.888, industry exposure 0.858, AI investment 0.0, contrary evidence 0.15 · named roles: Computer Systems Analysts, Data Scientists, Software Developers
Note: Lead source: X news (Sucker Punch Lays Off 10% of Staff After Ghost of Yotei Launch). 24 per Aftermath (corrected from 26), confirmed by Sucker Punch to Game Developer.
Headcount basis: announced
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