Epic Games, the gaming company behind Fortnite, is laying off 82 employees at its Bellevue, Wash.-based office as part of a broader job cuts. The layoffs are not related to AI, but are attributed to reduced engagement with the game and increased cost economics. The company has also identified over $500 million in cost savings. The move comes amid a trend of tech layoffs in the Seattle area, with several companies including Amazon, Expedia, T-Mobile, and Smartsheet.