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gamesindustry.biz - 12/16/2008
News: Redundancies hit Turbine following latest launch
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Lord of the Rings Online developer lets QA and Account Management staff go as it reorganises business
killtenrats.com - 12/19/2008
Moria Impressions
— killtenrats.com — I finally completed about everything I could do at my level (except maybe the School instance) in... Eregion . I had a blast with that new content, but now I was heading into the crown jewel of Lord of the Rings Online’s first expansion. At ... (more) Moria Impressions

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massively.com - 12/21/2008
Why you should be playing Lord of the Rings Online: Fishing
— massively.com — Almost every fantasy MMO offers some variation on a non-combat activity. Whether you're investing in one of... the numerous styles of crafting, the unique negotiation minigame in Vanguard, or just /dancing the night away in an NPC city ... there's ... (more) Why you should be playing Lord of the Rings Online: Fishing

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Massively:  Turbine announces bi-coastal layoffs

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Turbine announces bi-coastal layoffs
Massively — ... specified that they are not looking to outsource these functions, merely reduce redundancies. Turbine has stated that there are no plans to reduce efforts going forward on Lord of the Rings Online, Dungeons and Dragons Online or any other projects. This is especially important considering the recent... Turbine announces bi-coastal layoffs originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 16 Dec 2008 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.   Read | Permalink | Email this |  ...

Dammit, Stop It
Broken Toys — Turbine lays off QA/CS staff just in time for the holidays

Redundancies hit Turbine following latest launch
Lord of the Rings Online Vault - The Ultimate Resource — ... Tis the season to be Jolly? Some might not think so... Turbine lays off some employees Lord of the Rings Online developer Turbine has made a number of staff redundant at both its Massachusetts and California studios. GamesIndustry.biz understands that the positions were in QA and Account Management. Turbine has said that it has no plans to outsource QA or tech support duties going forward. "Yesterday, Turbine took steps to align our business to successfully achieve our strategic goals in the years ahead," said a spokesperson for the company. "As part of this transition some ...

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