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Fortnite launches new season with live event amid player criticism and layoffs

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Fortnite is launching Chapter 7, Season 3 with a live in-game event called "Runners" that requires players to choose a faction. This new season will introduce a battle pass with new characters and collaborations, including John Wick and He-Man skins. Despite the new content, Epic Games has faced player criticism over price increases and recently laid off over 1,000 employees due to declining Fortnite engagement. AI

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Fortnite launches new season with live event amid player criticism and layoffs

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Paul Tassi, Senior Contributor ·

    Here’s What Time ‘Fortnite’ Chapter 7 Season 3 Servers Go Live After Downtime

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