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Fortnite's 'Share The Wealth' Emote Returns Amidst Mass Layoffs

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Source: Kotaku
Fortnite's 'Share The Wealth' Emote Returns Amidst Mass Layoffs
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On the same day that Epic Games announced the layoff of nearly 900 employees, the popular video game Fortnite brought back its "Share The Wealth" emote for sale in the in-game shop. The timing of this microtransaction was criticized, with many pointing out the insensitivity of selling the emote after such a significant round of layoffs. The emote was quickly removed from the store, and Epic Games stated that it was a pre-scheduled release. The layoffs have sparked discussions about how companies handle cost-cutting and who bears the brunt of the consequences when economic ventures fail.

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