Riot Games Lays Off Half of 2XKO Team
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What we know
Department affected: 2XKO Team.
Based on news reporting.
Summary
Riot Games has laid off half of its 2XKO team, impacting 5 employees. This decision reflects the company's ongoing adjustments within its fighting game division. The layoffs are part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and focus on key projects. While the specific reasons for the cuts were not detailed, the move indicates a shift in priorities for Riot Games as it navigates the competitive gaming landscape. The layoffs occurred on October 1, 2023.
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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