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One-Third of Game Workers Face Layoffs, Union Support Surges

1/30/2026

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The 2026 State of the Game Industry Report shows that one-third of U.S. video game workers have faced layoffs in the past two years.
Fifty percent of respondents experienced layoffs at their current or previous employers within the last year.
Among AAA studios, two-thirds reported layoffs, and one-third of indie studios reported layoffs as well.
Eighty-two percent of U.S. respondents support unionization efforts.

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Story summary

The 2026 State of the Game Industry Report shows that one-third of U.S. video game workers have faced layoffs in the past two years.
Fifty percent of respondents experienced layoffs at their current or previous employers within the last year.
Among AAA studios, two-thirds reported layoffs, and one-third of indie studios reported layoffs as well.
Eighty-two percent of U.S. respondents support unionization efforts.