Summary
- EA has cancelled a new video game based on Marvel’s Black Panther and shut down its Cliffhanger Games studio, which was developing the title.
- The move is part of a drive to focus on “the most significant growth opportunities” for the company, says EA Entertainment president Laura Miele.
- Although Miele insists that Marvel remains a “strong” partner, the Black Panther game is the first project to be cancelled under this new focus.
- Going forward, Miele names Battlefield, The Sims, Skate and Apex Legends as the titles that will see increased development efforts.
- In recent months, EA has also laid off staff and mandated a return to the office, actions that have confused and upset remaining employees.
- Last year, the company laid off 5% of its workforce, or around 670 people.
By Nic Reuben
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