Machinima closes down with more than 80 jobs lost.

[deadasdisco]

YouTube entertainment network and video game cultural icon Machinima is no more.

The parent company Otter Media confirmed to Deadline that the channel has ceased operations with 81 layoffs.

The network, famous for its use of video game animations, was formed 19 years ago as a home for video makers. But it shot to fame with the arrival of YouTube.

"A select number of Machinima employees remain with the company, which is now actively providing services to supercharge the combined portfolio of Otter Media," a spokesperson stated. "Machinima has ceased its remaining operations, which includes layoffs. Russell Arons remains with Machinima, and is assisting with transitional activities as she explores new opportunities."

Click to shrink...

https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2019-02-03-machinima-closes-down-with-more-than-80-jobs-lost

 

[Admiral Woofington]

Jesus. End of an era. I hope everybody involved recovers. What a shame.

 

[Deleted member 50374]

I remember the company had plenty of issues, so not a big surprise there, though it's some real history there going away.

 

[Van Bur3n]

They were already dead when Inside Gaming left.

 

[SweetNicole]

https://www.resetera.com/threads/machinima-shutting-down-with-81-staffers-laid-off.97205/