http://kotaku.com/5940672/pissed-off-employees-bash-pretty-much-every-major-video-game-company
For someone who wants to get a job in games design this is horrifying... Looks like I'll have to go Indie if anything...
Luckily, Britain seems to do better, Rockstar (Originated in Scotland, still has a big division) and Lionhead both have great reviews.