Location: Los Angeles, California, USA.
Department affected: 2XKO team.
Based on news reporting.
Riot Games has decided to halve the size of its 2XKO team just weeks after the game's launch, resulting in the layoff of approximately 50 employees. This decision reflects the company's ongoing adjustments in response to the game's performance and strategic direction. The layoffs are part of a broader trend in the gaming industry as companies reassess their workforce in light of recent market challenges. Riot's move highlights the competitive nature of the gaming sector and the need for companies to remain agile in their operations.
Riot Games cut 50 jobs affecting its 2XKO team team as of October 1, 2023.
LayoffTalk has tracked 18 layoff events at Riot Games since October 2023, affecting a combined 669 employees.
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