EA Cancels Titanfall Title, Lays Off Hundreds

Electronic Arts abruptly shut down a planned Titanfall sequel and announced layoffs affecting several hundred employees. Insiders say the studio behind the game had been grappling with budget reductions and shifting priorities, with EA funneling resources into more profitable franchises. The cuts follow a wider trend in tech and gaming layoffs, leaving many developers anxious about job security. Titanfall fans, meanwhile, lament the missed chance to revisit a beloved sci-fi shooter world. Despite reporting strong revenue overall, EA’s restructuring indicates a pivot toward safer bets—bigger, guaranteed-selling titles. With a wave of industry-wide cutbacks, workers are double-checking their backup plans and reexamining skill sets to stay competitive.