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Geek Feed
17 hours ago
- Business
- Geek Feed
Sorry Marvel Fans, Black Panther Game Cancelled
It was back in 2023 when it was announced that a Black Panther game was in the works, but it looks like that won't be happening at EA anymore. According to IGN, a recent round of layoffs at EA has led to the cancellation of the Black Panther game, and the closing down of the studio that was working on it, Cliffhanger Games. Not much has been known about the game, but it does come from developers who had worked at Monolith Games while they were making the also-cancelled Wonder Woman game. I even speculated that they were retooling their WW title for BP , but it looks like both projects went down the drain. As far as we know, Black Panther was supposed to be a single-player, open-world, action game. Though this Panther may not be able to get his title, the character is playable in Marvel Rivals as well as the upcoming game Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra which is expected to come out sometime next year. Despite the closing of Cliffhanger, EA is still adamant that its partnership with Marvel will continue. Panther was one of a three-game deal which also includes Iron Man as well as another unannounced title. As far as their deal with Marvel goes, the e-mail from EA Entertainment president Laura Miele read, 'Our partnership with Marvel remains strong and our multi-title, long-term collaboration continues.' No specific release date has been announced for Rise of Hydra , but fans can expect it to come out sometime next year. Marvel Rivals is now playable for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PS5.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
EA Looking to Shut Down Long-Running Studio
It seems isn't done closing down some of its studios. A new report suggests the long-running racing developer may be next on the chopping block. Video game insider eXtas1s recently claimed the developer of games like Grid, Colin McRae Rally, Dirt, and most recently F1 25, will shut its doors. Those impacted will be put on the next F1 game or a new Need for Speed game currently in development. Additionally, the insider learned that there are about 400 'more' layoffs at EA. 'The cancellation of Black Panther will NOT be the only thing,' said eXtas1s. 'I have been able to learn that there are about 400 more layoffs coming up at EA, a total CLOSURE of the main headquarters of Codemasters and that these developers will be integrated into EA Sp (F1) and a new Need For Speed that is already in development.' EA recently closed Cliffhanger Games and cancelled its Black Panther game. According to an email from EA Entertainment president Laura Miele, this decision was to 'sharpen our focus and put our creative energy behind the most significant growth opportunities.' 'These decisions are hard,' Miele wrote. 'They affect people we've worked with, learned from, and shared real moments with. We're doing everything we can to support them — including finding opportunities within EA, where we've had success helping people land in new roles.' The status of Codemasters has been up in the air since EA paused development on future World Rally Championship titles. Around that announcement, the official Codemasters X account was pulled. While all signs are pointing to Codemasters getting shut down, EA has yet to officially confirm the closure. (Source: eXtas1s via Nintendo Life) The post EA Looking to Shut Down Long-Running Studio – Report appeared first on PlayStation LifeStyle.
San Francisco Chronicle
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
Electronic Arts cancels ‘Black Panther' video game, shutters Cliffhanger Studios in latest cuts
Electronic Arts has canceled development of its anticipated 'Black Panther' video game and closed Seattle-based Cliffhanger Games, the studio behind the project, in its latest move to streamline operations and refocus on core franchises. The decision, first reported by IGN and confirmed by EA, follows a wave of layoffs that have rocked the Bay Area video game publisher in recent weeks. In April, EA dismissed between 300 and 400 employees and scrapped a new game in the 'Titanfall' universe. Fewer employees were affected in this latest round, though EA declined to specify the number. 'These decisions are hard,' Laura Miele, president of EA Entertainment, wrote in an email to staff on Wednesday. 'They affect people we've worked with, learned from, and shared real moments with. We're doing everything we can to support them — including finding opportunities within EA.' The 'Black Panther' title, developed in collaboration with Marvel and Disney, was announced in July 2023 as the first in a planned three-game partnership. Cliffhanger Games was led by industry veteran Kevin Stephens, who had previously overseen Monolith Productions. At the time, Stephens promised a 'definitive and authentic Black Panther experience' that would let players explore the fictional African nation of Wakanda. The move reflects a broader shift at EA to double down on its biggest properties. In the company's fourth quarter earnings report, CEO Andrew Wilson pointed to the 'incredible success' of its revived college football title and 'the enduring strength' of its soccer franchise, noting a record year for EA Sports. Looking ahead, Wilson teased a summer reveal for the next installment in the 'Battlefield' franchise. The closure of Cliffhanger and the game's cancellation mark EA's third major restructuring effort in 2025, highlighting the publisher's retreat from licensed IPs in favor of internally owned brands like 'Apex Legends,' 'The Sims' and 'Battlefield.'
Geek Tyrant
2 days ago
- Business
- Geek Tyrant
EA Cancels BLACK PANTHER Game as It Shuts Down Cliffhanger Games — GeekTyrant
Well, that's it. EA's single-player Black Panther game is officially canceled, and with it, the end of Cliffhanger Games before the studio ever shipped a title. The news comes in the wake of EA's latest wave of layoffs, which continues to reshape the publisher's priorities and studio lineup. IGN confirmed that the open-world, third-person action-adventure set in Wakanda is no longer happening. Cliffhanger Games, the Seattle-based team working on the title, has also been shut down. Originally announced in 2023, the Black Panther game was one of those rare superhero projects that generated excitement based on potential alone. We never got a trailer, no gameplay footage, just the promise of exploring Wakanda in a rich, story-driven experience. Marvel fans seemed pretty hyped. The game was being helmed by a team of seasoned developers, including Kevin Stephens, formerly of Monolith Productions (the Middle-earth games), and other veterans from Halo , God of War , and Call of Duty . It had pedigree, ambition, and one of Marvel's most beloved heroes at the center. But big ambition alone doesn't pay the bills. While EA hasn't issued a public-facing press release, an internal email circulated to staff framed the decision as part of a broader corporate strategy: to "sharpen our focus and put our creative energy behind the most significant growth opportunities." These cuts are part of a sweeping restructure. EA's President of Entertainment & Technology, Laura Miele, addressed the emotional toll of the layoffs: "These decisions are hard," Miele wrote. "They affect people we've worked with, learned from, and shared real moments with. We're doing everything we can to support them — including finding opportunities within EA, where we've had success helping people land in new roles." Just a month ago, EA laid off 300–400 people—including roughly 100 at Respawn, resulting in the cancellation of a Titanfall game that hadn't even been officially announced yet. It's part of a downsizing effort impacting around 5% of EA's workforce. CEO Andrew Wilson had previously said: "We are also sunsetting games and moving away from development of future licensed IP that we do not believe will be successful in our changing industry. 'This greater focus allows us to drive creativity, accelerate innovation, and double down on our biggest opportunities — including our owned IP, sports, and massive online communities — to deliver the entertainment players want today and tomorrow." There is still hope on another front. Skydance New Media is deep in development on Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra , a narrative-driven action-adventure that teams up Captain America and Azzuri (T'Challa's grandfather, the Black Panther of WWII) in occupied France. That game, led by Amy Hennig ( Uncharted ), is still very much alive. As for EA, they're doubling down on their known moneymakers, Battlefield , The Sims , Skate , and Apex Legends . Meanwhile, projects like Motive's Iron Man and the next Jedi and Mass Effect games appear safe... for now. But for those hoping to run through Wakanda as Black Panther in a focused, cinematic solo experience? That dream just got snapped.
Black America Web
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
EA Cancels ‘Black Panther' Game, Shutters Cliffhanger Games Studio, Gamers React
Source: EA/ Cliffhanger Games / Black Panther That Black Panther standalone we were all excited for is no longer happening. IGN broke the news that EA has taken away Cliffhanger Games' heart-shaped herb and has cancelled one of the games Marvel fans have been eagerly anticipating since it was first announced back in July 2023. According to the website, EA Entertainment President Laura Miele stated in an email that the recent changes, cancellations, and other moves were aimed at 'sharpening our focus and putting our creative energy behind the most significant growth opportunities.' The bad news for the gaming industry doesn't stop there, EA is also laying off an unspecified number of workers on both mobile and central teams. IGN reports that EA declined to comment on the specific number but believes, while not confirming that the number is less than the roughly 300 employees let go last month across Respawn and EA's Fan Care teams. 'These decisions are hard,' said Miele. 'They affect people we've worked with, learned from, and shared real moments with. We're doing everything we can to support them — including finding opportunities within EA, where we've had success helping people land in new roles.' Gamers Are Sad About Black Panther's Cancellation & Layoffs At EA As you can imagine, the gaming community isn't taking this news very well. 'You've got to be fucking kidding me. First Wonder Woman (a female led game) gets cancelled and now Black Panther (a poc led game) gets cancelled, and neither of them ever had a video game before. This really is Trvmp's America…' one post on X, formerly Twitter, read. ' more layoffs as the Black Panther game cancelled and the studio closed it keeps getting worse :(,' Kinda Funny and GamerTag Radio's Parris Lilly said. While we are not getting the Black Panther game, EA says it is still committed to bringing us that Iron Man game currently being developed by Motive, and will focus on Battlefield , The Sims , Skate , and Apex Legends . What a sad time to be a gamer and Marvel fan, just saying. The video game streets are still talking; you can see those reactions below. EA Cancels 'Black Panther' Game, Shutters Cliffhanger Games Studio, Gamers React was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
