Epic Games, the renowned game developer, is currently grappling with a series of significant challenges. A decline in the popularity of Fortnite, an unfavorable legal outcome in their battle with Apple, and the Epic Games Store’s inability to establish itself as the top choice for gamers, despite years of offering free games, have all contributed to a financially challenging situation for the company.

In response to these challenges, Epic Games has taken a direct approach by reducing its workforce. Approximately 870 employees, which accounts for 16% of its total workforce, are being let go.

Furthermore, Epic Games has announced its intention to divest itself of Bandcamp, an online music distribution platform it acquired last year. Additionally, the company plans to sell a significant portion of SuperAwesome, a company specializing in child-safe technology.

In a message addressed to Epic Games employees, CEO Tim Sweeney acknowledged that the company had exceeded its earnings and was compelled to take this measure to sustain its growth. Sweeney emphasized that despite efforts to trim operational costs, staff reductions had become an unavoidable step to ensure the company’s financial viability.

The decision to sell Bandcamp and a substantial portion of SuperAwesome is part of Epic Games’ strategy to bolster its financial standing. Bandcamp is set to join the music market company Songtradr, while SuperAwesome’s advertising division will continue its operations as an independent entity.