Multi-channel gaming network Machinima has closed down, as reported by Deadline and confirmed by the company itself.
"A select number of Machinima employees remain with the company, which is now actively providing services to supercharge the combined portfolio of Otter Media," said a Machinima spokesperson. "Machinima has ceased its remaining operations, which includes layoffs. Russell Arons remains with Machinima, and is assisting with transitional activities as she explores new opportunities."
81 layoffs have been revealed as a part of this, as confirmed by a California Employment Development Department WARN filing, which will take effect on March 16. Machinima had only just become a part of Otter Media last month, but Otter has laid off 10% of its staff in December after a restructuring of brands.
Machinima was formed 19 years ago as a network aimed at gamers, experiencing a lot of success on YouTube, and creators like PewDiePie have spoken out about the closure given its close history with games on the platform.
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