Epic Games announces massive layoffs amid Fortnite slump

Epic Games announces massive layoffs amid Fortnite slump

Epic Games has announced a sweeping reduction in workforce, cutting more than 1,000 employees. In a memo, CEO Tim Sweeney attributed the decision to a significant downturn in Fortnite engagement that began in 2025. This decline has resulted in the company spending substantially more than it earns, necessitating drastic measures to maintain financial stability. Read:…

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You can now instantly demo Fortnite via Discord

You can now instantly demo Fortnite via Discord

Epic Games is trying to draw new players to its Fortnite free-to-play battle royale by enabling instant game demos directly within Discord. This new feature, powered by Nvidia’s GeForce Now cloud gaming service, allows users to try the game on PC without needing to install it. Read: Starlink pledges R2.5 billion investment in South Africa,…

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