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DEI Aftermath: Game Industry faces Huge Losses, Layoffs, Delays and Cancels big projects

Updated: Mar 28


In a stunning turn of events, the world of video games is sent into a tailspin with a revolutionary wallop as huge studio closures and game postponements shake the world. The following are the top stories:


Massive Studio Shutdown at WB Games

Studios Affected:

Monolith Productions: Award-winning game for titles such as Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor and Gotham City Impostors.

Player First Games:The creator of Multiversus.

WB San Diego:Primarily mobile game development.

Cancelled Projects: The much-awaited Wonder Woman game has been cancelled.

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Implications:



The closing down of Monolith is particularly noteworthy, given that it has been a flag-bearer studio in the world of gaming since 1994. The removal of gameplay features like the Nemesis System from Shadow of Mordor leaves one pondering the destiny of such gameplay features in games.





Is ubisoft going to close ?

  • Yes

  • Nope

  • Tencent will acquire it



Fable:


Originally planned for 2025, Fable's launch has been pushed to 2026. The shift is to provide more time for development to ensure that a polished product is released, showing Microsoft's focus on quality. Source



Final Thoughts


These recent events present a picture of a highly dynamic gaming landscape. Amid studio shutdowns, delays, and new titles, the industry is called into question regarding viability and quality. As gamers, all we can do is wait and hope that the events usher new and exciting into the gaming world. Wait for more news and analysis of the gaming world as it develops!


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