Today, there is further frustrating news for the video game world, which is part of the turbulent wave of the technology industry, and its layoffs and closures are part of. As Bloomberg first reported, Warner Bros. Games is closing three game studios and pulling out long-stolen plugins Wonder Woman game.
Bloomberg Wonder Woman Games, and Lord of the Rings title Shadow of War and The shadow of Moldo– Game 1 with players and Warner Bros. Game San Diego. The update follows an earlier Bloomberg article digging ongoing issues that the company has only exacerbated the complexity of the company in the latest release that failed to deliver (including Rocksteady's). Suicide Squad: Kill Justice League).
of Wonder Woman Game, the same earlier report noted that after the restart and director changes, “the game has exceeded $100 million” and “if it can enter the market, it’s about the same as before.”
Now we know that this is indeed the fate of the game. Warner Bros. Games confirmed the news in a statement to Kotaku, saying the studio closure reflects “a strategic change in direction” and characterizes the Wonder WomanCancellation is “a difficult decision.”
“We had to make some very difficult decisions to build development studios and investments through our key franchises (Harry Potter, Mortal Kombat, DC and Game of Thrones). After careful consideration, we will close three developments. Studios – Monolith Productions, Player First Games and Warner Bros. San Diego. This is a strategic change in direction, not a reflection of these teams or the talent that constitutes it.
Monolith's Wonder Woman video game will not move forward. Our hope is to provide players and fans with the highest quality experience of iconic roles, which unfortunately is impossible in our strategic priorities. This is another tough decision as we recognize that Monolith’s legendary history is to provide an epic fan experience through amazing games. We appreciate the enthusiasm of the three teams and thank each of our staff for their contributions. As difficult as it is today, we are still focused on and produce high-quality games for fans who are back in passionate, developed by world-class studios and bringing our gaming business back to profitability and growth in 2025 and beyond. ”
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