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Riot Games Layoffs Impact 2XKO Team Amid Sustainability Efforts

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EFFECTIVE DATE
Feb 10, 2026

What we know

Location: Los Angeles, California, USA.

Department affected: 2XKO Team.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Riot Games has laid off 30 employees from its 2XKO team as part of its efforts to pursue a more sustainable operational path. The layoffs occurred in Los Angeles, California, and reflect the company's ongoing adjustments to its workforce. This decision comes as Riot Games aims to streamline its operations and focus on long-term sustainability. The company has not specified any future layoffs but emphasizes its commitment to adapting to market conditions. The layoffs are part of a broader trend in the gaming industry as companies reassess their workforce needs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 20 layoff events at Riot Games since October 2023, including 418 jobs documented in official WARN filings, with 17 additional events known from news reporting.

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Riot Games
Information Technology · 4,000 employees
20
EVENTS TRACKED
418
JOBS IN WARN FILINGS
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CREATED FEB 16, 2026LAST UPDATED AUG 12, 2026