Fortnite Removing Game Modes As Epic Desperately Seeks To Cut Costs
in newsletterKotaku · 2026-03-24 · 4 min read · top_stories
Epic is shutting down three low-engagement Fortnite modes — Rocket Racing (October 2026), Ballistic, and Festival Battle Stage (both April 16) — as part of broader cost-cutting following 1,000+ layoffs. A warning sign for developers investing in Fortnite's platform ecosystem.
Appeared in 2026-03-25.