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Riot Games Announces Layoffs for 2XKO Post-Launch

EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 20, 2023

What we know

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Riot Games has announced layoffs for its game 2XKO just 20 days after its global release. The decision comes as part of a restructuring effort following the game's launch. While specific numbers of employees affected were not disclosed, the layoffs reflect the company's response to the game's performance and future direction. Riot Games continues to evaluate its projects and workforce in light of recent developments.

LayoffTalk has tracked 18 layoff events at Riot Games since October 2023, affecting a combined 669 employees.

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Anonymous by default. Be kind — people reading this may be going through it right now.

LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

Riot Games cut jobs on October 20, 2023. Were you affected, or do you know people who were? How was it handled — severance, notice, which teams? You can post anonymously below.

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