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Epic Games Announces Layoffs Across California Including San Diego

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
200
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023

What we know

Location: San Diego, California.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Epic Games, the creator of Fortnite, has laid off approximately 200 employees across California, including San Diego. This decision comes as part of a broader restructuring effort within the company. The layoffs reflect ongoing challenges in the gaming industry and a need to streamline operations. Epic Games has not specified the exact departments affected, but the cuts are significant given the company's recent expansions and investments. The layoffs were confirmed in a statement from the company, indicating a shift in strategy moving forward.

Epic Games Inc. (Remote Employees in Los Angeles) cut 200 jobs as of October 1, 2023.

LayoffTalk has tracked 5 layoff events at Epic Games Inc. (Remote Employees in Los Angeles) since October 2023, affecting a combined 1,547 employees.

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Epic Games Inc. (Remote Employees in Los Angeles)
5
EVENTS TRACKED
1,547
AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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