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Epic is ending 3 Fortnite game modes following its latest round of layoffs: 'We failed to build something awesome enough to attract and retain a large player base'
Epic Games is shutting down three Fortnite game modes: Rocket Racing, Ballistic, and Festival Battle Stage, citing a failure to attract and retain a large player base. The standalone racing game Horizon Chase Turbo and its predecessor Horizon Chase will also be removed from sale on June 1. This decision follows a significant round of layoffs at Epic Games.
Epic Games lays off 1000 devs thanks to Fortnite’s slump and Epic Games Store overspending
Epic Games has laid off over 1000 employees due to a downturn in Fortnite engagement and overspending on the Epic Games Store. CEO Tim Sweeney cited industry-wide challenges and internal issues, while confirming severance packages for affected staff. Several Fortnite modes are also being discontinued.
Fortnite Dev Lays Off Staff, Shutting Down Games
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney announced significant layoffs affecting over 1,000 employees, citing a decline in Fortnite's player engagement and overall industry challenges. This restructuring includes shutting down several games like Rocket Racing and Festival Battle Stage, while raising the price of in-game currency V-Bucks to improve revenue. Sweeney emphasized these cuts are for sustainability and unrelated to AI development.
