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shikamaru317 said:

Remember my report about cronyism and hiring your friends instead of the most qualified candidate? This included their art director hiring Josh. Everyone said the cronyism was no big deal. But now people will understand.

— Rebs Gaming (@Mr_Rebs_) September 22, 2026

Seems like Halo Studios was mired in cronyism right up until the very end, the guy who was promoted to Cinematic Director and fired one day apart was reportedly hired over better qualified candidates just because he was friends with the overall Art Director at Halo Studios.

Halo Studios really was terribly run. Such a shame. 

I am worried about The Coalition. I hope they aren't hit with major layoffs after Gears of War: E-Day launches. At least that games looks fantastic and a nice evolution for the franchise. Unlike Halo Campaign Evolved, which I did enjoy. But after beating it once and getting some more achievements it is unlikely I will go back to it.