EA Shuts Down BioWare, Cancels Next Mass Effect and Lays Off 400 Workers Weeks After Going Private

Gadgets360 - Oct 22, 2026

EA has reportedly laid off 400 workers as part of widespread cuts at the company. The company is also shutting down BioWare, the developer behind iconic franchises like Dragon Age and Mass Effect. The next Mass Effect game, which was in early development at the studio, has been cancelled, as well.

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