Japanese Studios Have ‘Staff Retention Of 97 Percent' Says Expert — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japanese-studios-have-staff-retention-of-97-percent-says-expertContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Expert Claims Japanese Game Studios Maintain 97 Percent Staff Retentionhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japanese-studios-have-staff-retention-of-97-percent-says-experthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/japanese-studios-have-staff-retention-of-97-percent-says-expert#u78945Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:45:09 +0000An industry expert reports that Japanese game studios maintain a staff retention rate of 97 percent. This high stability contrasts with broader global trends of studio closures and workforce reductions seen in 2026. While some reports suggest layoffs are occurring within Japan, these events receive little public attention compared to Western industry cuts. The disparity highlights different regional approaches to employment sustainability and workforce management during a period of volatility for the global gaming sector.Why it mattersThe gaming industry is currently facing a cycle of widespre