United Kingdom, July 22 -- Still Wakes the Deep developer The Chinese Room has confirmed layoffs as it regains independence from Sumo Digital to focus on its own projects.

After completing a management buyout, The Chinese Room confirmed that an undisclosed number of staff were laid off during its split from Sumo Digital.

The Brighton-based studio now employs 55 developers following the departures.

A spokesperson told Game Developer: "Following the divestment process a number of roles were regrettably made redundant. The specifics are confidential but the studio is currently 55 developers.

"This was a very difficult process as we sought a future for the studio outside of Sumo. No more layoffs are planned as the studio moves forward." ...