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Epic Games Lays Off 1,000, Strains Employee Health Coverage

3/30/2026

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Epic Games laid off over 1,000 employees, including Mike Prinke, a programmer for the company.
The layoffs cut his health insurance, now a pre-existing condition, complicating the couple’s finances.
Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games, acknowledged the backlash and said the company is in contact with the family.
Jenni Griffin, Mike Prinke's wife, updated her post, confirming they are in talks with the appropriate people.

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Story summary

Epic Games laid off over 1,000 employees, including Mike Prinke, a programmer for the company.
The layoffs cut his health insurance, now a pre-existing condition, complicating the couple’s finances.
Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games, acknowledged the backlash and said the company is in contact with the family.
Jenni Griffin, Mike Prinke's wife, updated her post, confirming they are in talks with the appropriate people.