Epic Games to cut more than 1k jobs as Fortnite usage falls

Epic Games to cut more than 1,000 jobs hits hard after Fortnite usage declined 15% quarter-over-quarter, a stark reminder that even the biggest gaming hits can't sustain permanent growth. The layoffs, representing 16% of the workforce, come after years of legal battles that drained $3.5 billion in market value. The data point of 119 comments shows the community's raw reaction—sympathy mixed with skepticism about Epic's long-term strategy.