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Fortnite developer Epic Games is cutting over 1,000 jobs
Epic Games, the developer behind Fortnite and Unreal Engine, is laying off over 1,000 employees due to declining Fortnite engagement and increased spending. CEO Tim Sweeney stated the company needs to downsize to achieve financial stability, with cost-saving measures also impacting contracting and marketing.
Epic Games lays off over 1,000 employees
Epic Games has announced that it is laying off over 1,000 employees. The company cited financial difficulties and a need to restructure as reasons for the significant workforce reduction.
Fortnite Developer Epic Games Lays Off 1,000 Employees, Blaming 'Downturn in Engagement'
Epic Games, the developer of Fortnite, has laid off 1,000 employees, citing a downturn in player engagement for its battle royale title. This decision reflects broader industry trends and challenges in maintaining player interest.
Epic Games lays off over 1,000 staff citing Fortnite “downturn” in popularity
Epic Games has laid off over 1,000 employees, citing a significant downturn in Fortnite engagement since 2025 and broader industry challenges. CEO Tim Sweeney stated the layoffs are intended to save $500 million and stabilize the company's finances. The company plans to focus on improving Fortnite's seasonal content and advancing its Unreal Engine technology.
Sony Shuts Down Former CoD Dev's Studio Amid Wider Cuts
Sony has shut down Dark Outlaw Games, a studio founded by former Call of Duty developer Jason Blundell, as part of wider layoffs affecting around 50 employees across PlayStation. The studio, which was working on a new AAA original IP, had been partnered with Sony since 2025. This closure follows the recent shutdown of Bluepoint Games and broader workforce reductions within PlayStation.
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.
Epic Games is Laying Off 1000+ Employees, Blames Fortnite Downturn and “Industry-Wide Challenges”
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney announced over 1,000 employee layoffs, citing a "downturn in Fortnite engagement" and "industry-wide challenges" such as weaker console sales and economic pressures. The company plans to cut costs and focus on building new Fortnite experiences and evolving Unreal Engine. Laid-off employees will receive severance packages and extended healthcare.
Red Storm Entertainment Was Working on 10 Games Before Development Team Was Laid Off – Rumor
Ubisoft's Red Storm Entertainment reportedly had 10 games in development before its development team was laid off, with projects ranging from support for live-service titles like Brawlhalla and Rainbow Six Siege to unannounced concepts. The studio has been refocused to support the Snowdrop Engine and serve as a global IT team following the layoffs, which affected 105 employees.
Ubisoft ends game development at Red Storm and lays off 105 workers
Ubisoft has laid off 105 employees at its subsidiary Red Storm Entertainment, effectively ending game development at the studio. This move signifies a restructuring within Ubisoft's development teams.
Ubisoft ends game development at Red Storm and lays off 105 workers
Ubisoft has ended game development operations at its Red Storm Entertainment studio, resulting in the layoff of 105 employees. The closure marks a significant shift for the studio, which has been a part of Ubisoft's development network.
Union workers send a message to game industry execs: 'Let go of the power now, or be forced to let go of it later.'
Unionized video game workers attending the GDC Festival of Gaming sent a strong message to industry executives regarding power dynamics and recent mass layoffs. Speakers urged leaders to address worker concerns and consider the human impact of business decisions, warning that resistance to change will ultimately be futile.
MMO Week in Review: EverQuest celebrates 27 years and a lawsuit settlement in its favor
EverQuest celebrated its 27th anniversary with a lawsuit settlement that favors Daybreak Game Company, keeping emulators offline. This week also saw layoffs at Amazon for Lost Ark developers, Facebook scaling back VR metaverse ambitions, and discussions around various MMORPG updates and industry trends.
Blizzard Legend Rob Pardo Drops Truth Bomb on Gaming’s Layoff Epidemic at GDC
Blizzard veteran Rob Pardo delivered a keynote at GDC 2026, urging game industry executives to cease the wave of layoffs. Pardo emphasized that development teams are more valuable than the games themselves, highlighting the human cost of prioritizing profits over people. He called for a more sustainable, human-centered approach to studio management.
Crystal Dynamics announces layoffs, says its committed to upcoming Tomb Raider games
Crystal Dynamics has announced layoffs affecting 20 employees. The studio reaffirmed its commitment to developing upcoming Tomb Raider games despite the workforce reduction.
Ubisoft Axes Red Storm Entertainment Game Development, 105 Devs Cut Loose
Ubisoft has ceased game development at Red Storm Entertainment, resulting in the layoff of 105 developers. While the studio will continue IT support and Snowdrop engine work, it will no longer produce games. Red Storm, founded by Tom Clancy, was known for its influential tactical shooters like Rainbow Six and Ghost Recon.
IOI Partners disowns MindsEye, Krafton collabs with arms dealer, and more cuts at Ubisoft - Patch Notes #44
Several major gaming companies faced significant news this past fortnight. IOI Partners disowned the game MindsEye, Krafton announced a $1 billion partnership with a defense firm while simultaneously losing a lawsuit, and Ubisoft underwent restructuring leading to layoffs and the closure of Red Storm Entertainment's game development. Additionally, unionized game workers are petitioning for immigrant protections, Pokemon Pokopia achieved strong sales, and Nvidia's DLSS 5 technology faced backlash from developers.
Ubisoft ends game dev at Tom Clancy studio Red Storm, laying off 105 employees
Ubisoft has ended game development at its studio Red Storm Entertainment, resulting in the layoff of 105 employees. Red Storm's most recent major game credit was Assassin's Creed Nexus VR in 2023.
Red Storm Entertainment Ends Game Development
Ubisoft-owned Red Storm Entertainment has ceased game development following a new round of layoffs. While the studio will remain operational, 105 employees have been affected by the decision.
Uppsägningar hos Tomb Raider-studion – fjärde gången på ett år
Crystal Dynamics has laid off 20 employees, citing the need to secure long-term goals despite ongoing work on two new Tomb Raider titles. This marks the fourth round of layoffs at the studio in the past year. The company remains committed to the development of Tomb Raider: Catalyst and the remake Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis.
Ubisoft studio that invented Rainbow Six to stop making games after 30 years
Ubisoft studio Red Storm Entertainment, the original creator of the Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six franchise, is ceasing game development operations after nearly 30 years. While the studio will continue in an IT and engine support role, 105 jobs are being lost as part of Ubisoft's broader restructuring. Red Storm's last active involvement in the Tom Clancy franchise was with Ghost Recon: Future Soldier in 2012, and its final game was Assassin's Creed Nexus VR.
