ASGC Predicts 78% Jump in Video Game Industry Layoffs by 2026

The ASGC Games Industry Layoffs Tracker forecasts 14,259 job losses in the video game industry by the end of 2026, marking a staggering 78% increase over initial projections. Western markets, particularly North America and Europe, are expected to bear the brunt of these cuts, accounting for 95% of all gaming industry layoffs. This grim projection signals an incredibly tough road ahead for developers, writers, and artists in the sector.