Bungie Hired Fans for Cost-Cutting, Says Former Legal Exec

Former Bungie chief legal officer Don McGowan revealed that the studio hired fans at lower wages to save money, leveraging their passion for the games. This disclosure comes amid significant layoffs and delays in Bungie's projects, including the Marathon reboot. McGowan also discussed unionization efforts within the gaming industry, noting tactics like promoting potential organizers to diffuse union momentum. Bungie's workforce has been reduced by nearly 47% in a year, and a former director has filed a lawsuit against the company for wrongful termination.