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Epic Games Layoffs Over 1,000 Amid Fortnite Decline

3/28/2026

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  • Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney announced layoffs of more than 1,000 employees due to declining Fortnite engagement that began in 2025.
  • Fortnite remains a leading game, yet Epic Games faces financial challenges, spending more than it earns.
  • Epic stays committed to its Disney collaboration for an interoperable entertainment universe, unaffected by the layoffs.
  • The industry faces shifts as Fortnite's engagement declines and competition from Roblox grows.