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Fortnite art lead behind iconic characters like Jonesy has been laid off by Epic Games, and fellow devs are paying…
Epic Games has laid off over 1,000 employees, including Vitaliy Naymushin, the character art director responsible for creating iconic Fortnite characters like Jonesy and Penny. Naymushin had been with Epic Games for over 11 years.
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Fortnite Layoffs Included Artist Who Designed Jonesy, The Face Of The Game
Epic Games has conducted layoffs affecting approximately 1,000 employees, including the character artist who designed Fortnite's iconic character Jonesy. The company cited a downturn in engagement since 2025 and a need for cost savings, leading to a $500 million plan that includes scaling back projects like Rocket Racing and Fortnite Festival. Affected employees will receive severance pay and extended healthcare coverage.
