Epic is laying off more than 1,000 workers, citing a downturn in Fortnite engagement

Engadget
By Kris HoltMar 24, 2026, 11:44 am112 pts
Epic Games has announced sweeping layoffs of more than 1,000 employees. “The downturn in Fortnite engagement that started in 2025 means we're spending significantly more than we're making, and we have to make major cuts to keep the company funded,” CEO Tim Sweeney said in a memo to workers on Tuesday.…

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