This recent layoff continues a troubling trend for EA, which saw 670 employees let go in 2024 and multiple rounds of layoffs throughout 2023, including a 6% staff reduction in March.

Despite recent challenges with player engagement, EA is planning a significant 'Apex 2.0' update for Apex Legends, indicating a push for future growth.

Among the canceled projects was a rumored multiplayer FPS and another speculated to be an extraction shooter set in the Titanfall universe, previously referred to as 'Titanfall 3.'

In an internal memo, Respawn confirmed the layoffs while emphasizing its commitment to delivering innovative gaming experiences, even as not all ideas succeed.

The studio is focused on enhancing the storytelling and gameplay of the next installment in the Star Wars Jedi series, signaling a commitment to quality.

Respawn Entertainment has announced the cancellation of two early-stage projects and laid off approximately 100 employees from various teams, including those working on Apex Legends and Star Wars: Jedi.

An EA spokesperson stated that these changes are aligned with the company's long-term strategic goals and are intended to support future growth.

Respawn expressed that the decision to lay off employees was difficult, acknowledging their contributions and stating, "These decisions aren’t easy, and we are deeply grateful to every teammate affected."

The layoffs at Respawn are part of a broader trend in the gaming industry, with around 1,800 developers losing their jobs across various studios in the first four months of 2025.

Overall, these layoffs and project cancellations reflect EA's strategic shift towards consolidating resources around its most successful franchises.

Respawn is providing support to those laid off, including opportunities to explore new roles within EA.

Player reactions to the layoffs have been mixed, with concerns about the potential cancellation of Titanfall 3 and skepticism regarding the future of Apex Legends.