TheGamer Lays Off Entire Features Team Amid Industry-Wide Cuts

[AIcash]

TheGamer has laid off its entire features team along with several other editorial staff, surprising remaining employees despite expectations of cuts.

Over the past two years, around 1,200 games journalists have left the industry globally, marking a 25% reduction in coverage. Major outlets affected include IGN, Fandom, and Dexerto, as media struggles with shifting trends in AI, SEO changes, and fluctuating gaming content demand.

[jacson4]

This reflects a wider downturn where media outlets struggle to balance cost with quality content.

[kelson10]

A cleaner gameplay experience is key to sustaining long-term community engagement.