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Additionally, Alyssa Marante, a notable figure due to her past controversial stances, announced her departure from Kotaku with a farewell note. Her departure was framed as voluntary, with her thanking the editorial team for their support and emphasizing her pride in working there. However, the timing—shortly after the layoffs—raised eyebrows, leading some to suggest her exit was a result of or at least coincided with the company's downturn.