Fortnite's 'Share The Wealth' Emote Returns Amidst Mass Layoffs

On the same day that Epic Games announced the layoff of nearly 900 employees, the popular video game Fortnite brought back its "Share The Wealth" emote for sale in the in-game shop. The timing of this microtransaction was criticized, with many pointing out the insensitivity of selling the emote after such a significant round of layoffs. The emote was quickly removed from the store, and Epic Games stated that it was a pre-scheduled release. The layoffs have sparked discussions about how companies handle cost-cutting and who bears the brunt of the consequences when economic ventures fail.