# Epic Games Has Mass Layoffs and Fortnite Cuts

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Podcast: [Snap Aim Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/snap-aim-podcast-6632262)
Published: 2026-03-27T04:20:16+00:00
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## Resource

Epic Games released a statement this week about laying off more than 1,000 employees and shutting down a few Fortnite game modes. Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games, released his own response to the layoffs he initiated and garnered mixed responses. Here's what you need to know about the Epic Games layoffs and Fortnite closures.

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