"Riot Games' Massive Layoffs and Future Plans"
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Riot Games is cutting 11 percent of its workforce, amounting to 530 jobs globally, as part of a refocusing on fewer, high-impact projects. The decision comes after CEO Dylan Jadeja cited underperforming investments and a need to prioritize core live games like League of Legends, Valorant, and Wild Rift, as well as esports and events tied to those titles. The cuts will affect projects including Legends of Runeterra and Riot Forge, with severance pay and benefits offered to impacted employees. This move reflects a broader trend in the video game industry, with over 3,800 jobs lost already in 2024.
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