Only a day after being announced as the new CEO of Amazon, Andy Jassy is making waves for Amazon Gaming Studios (AGS). In an email to employees reviewed by Bloomberg, Jassy spoke of his thoughts on Amazon’s lacklustre foray into gaming and also acknowledged all the challenges the team has faced.
Jassy also expressed support for Mike Frazzini, the head of AGS, who has been the subject of a lot of controversy recently due to alleged mismanagement of Amazon’s gaming division. Amazon entered the gaming industry in 2012 and has, so far, failed to make a significant mark. It’s free-to-play shooter Crucible flopped, was unreleased and then subsequently cancelled. The fantasy MMO New World has been delayed repeatedly and still has no confirmed release date.
“Being successful right away is obviously less stressful, but when it takes longer, it’s often sweeter,”
“I believe this team will get there if we stay focused on what matters most.”
Andrew Jassy
Jassy’s message came as a response to an email that Frazzini sent to his team. Frazzini’s email addressed allegations reported by Bloomberg that AGS had cultivated a “bro culture” in its offices which alienated many women. And, as a result, drove them out of the company.
“We have zero tolerance for this type of behavior, or anything less than a fully equitable and inclusive environment,”
Mike Frazzini, the head of AGS
Frazzini and Massy seem to be on the same page when it comes to developing successful games for Amazon.
“We’ve learned and improved a lot along the way, myself included, and we will continue to do so,”
Mike Frazzini, the head of AGS
This announcement comes hot on the heels of Google shelving its plans for developing exclusive games for Stadia. Which begs the question: Does Big Tech really have what it takes to develop a good game?
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