Former Battlefield director Marcus Lehto recently took to Twitter to express his negative sentiments towards his former employer, EA, following his departure from the company in February. In a candid post, he highlighted the challenges faced by his team and the wider industry due to sweeping layoffs.

Shortly after Lehto’s public announcement of his departure, EA revealed plans to lay off 5% of its global workforce and close Ridgeline Studios, the team responsible for the single-player development of the Battlefield franchise. Laura Miele, president of EA Entertainment and Technology, hinted that Lehto’s exit played a role in the studio’s closure, stating that his decision to leave prompted a leadership change at Criterion to oversee the single-player work.

The news has sparked discussions within the gaming community, with many expressing their views on the situation. Some have echoed Lehto’s sentiments, citing similar negative experiences during their time with the company.

Lehto’s public declaration has drawn attention to the internal dynamics at EA and the impact of industry-wide layoffs, shedding light on the challenges faced by game developers. As the gaming community awaits further developments, the incident has sparked conversations about the future of the Battlefield franchise and EA’s approach to its workforce.

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