ZA/UM Studio Launches UK’s First Recognized Games Industry Union

[tradelikepro]

The UK branch of ZA/UM, developer of Zero Parades: For Dead Spies and Disco Elysium, has formed the country’s first officially recognized games industry union: the Workers Alliance, represented by the Independent Workers Union of Great Britain (IWGB). Union reps say the move empowers staff and ensures the studio’s creative culture is preserved long-term.

[jacson4]

ZA/UM UK makes history: devs behind Zero Parades & Disco Elysium just formed the UK’s first officially recognized games industry union. Backed by IWGB, it’s a big win for worker power in gaming.

[EmTeam]

Union reps say this isn’t just about contracts—it’s about protecting creative culture. Could this spark a wider unionization wave across UK studios?

[kelson10]

For Dead Spies and Disco Elysium, has formed the country’s first officially recognized games industry union: