Over 14,000 Developers Expected to Lose Jobs by End of 2026, Analysts Predict

Analysts predict that the number of laid-off specialists in the gaming industry could reach 14,259 people by the end of 2026, a 78% increase from initial forecasts. The pace of layoffs has been significantly higher than expected, with North America accounting for 66% of all layoff cases and 79% of affected employees. This trend indicates a new round of crisis for the industry, potentially making 2026 one of its toughest years.