Respawn Entertainment Faces Layoffs Amid EA's Restructuring

Despite the layoffs, Apex Legends continues to be a priority for Electronic Arts, with plans to expand the game beyond its current format.

Electronic Arts has announced layoffs affecting Respawn Entertainment, the developer behind Apex Legends, as part of a broader restructuring plan.
23 employees from the Apex Legends team at Respawn have been laid off, including key roles such as the global social media lead and senior environment artist.
EA's restructuring includes canceling a Star Wars shooter from Respawn and closing Ridgeline Games, focusing more on its own franchises and live service titles.
Despite recent layoffs, Apex Legends is considered a 'huge priority' for EA, with plans to make the game more 'player friendly' and expand beyond the battle royale genre.
The layoffs are part of a wider trend in the gaming industry, with several major companies announcing significant job cuts in 2024.