Get ready to cash in on your gaming knowledge, because the legendary Professor Layton studio, Level-5, is offering jaw-dropping pay raises to employees who can ace quizzes about their games! According to CEO Akihiro Hino, these "knowledge quizzes" can significantly boost an employee's salary, although the exact figures remain under wraps. Based in Fukuoka with offices in Tokyo and Osaka, Level-5 is renowned for creating the puzzle-packed adventures of Professor Layton, the adorable Yo-kai Watch series, soccer anime Inazuma Eleven, and Studio Ghibli-style role-player Ni No Kuni. So, if you're a gaming encyclopedia, Level-5 could be your ticket to the big bucks! Hino explained that this unique approach helps staff who are well-versed in the company's products take on more responsibilities or even mentor others. On the flip side, employees with insufficient knowledge might need additional support. With Level-5's next major release, Professor Layton and the New World of Steam, set to steamroll onto PC, PS5, Switch, and the rumored Switch 2 later this year, it's the perfect time to brush up on your Layton lore! Unlike PlayStation, which recently slashed its Bungie workforce, or Microsoft, expected to announce massive layoffs imminently, Level-5 is bucking the trend with this innovative pay strategy. Tom Phillips, IGN's News Editor, is keeping a close eye on all gaming developments. You can reach him at [email protected] or find him on [email protected].