Studio Closure
Former Arkane Studios director Harvey Smith has shared his thoughts on the studio's shutdown by Microsoft last year, calling it a shock after years of acclaimed projects. He discussed the challenges of Redfall's development and launch during a recent podcast appearance. Smith expressed sympathy for newer team members affected by the closure.
Reported by AI
Bad Brain Game Studios, founded by former Ubisoft developers, will shut down on November 17 due to funding issues after NetEase Games withdrew support. The studio's upcoming project, Midnight Riders, remains available for acquisition or partnership. This closure highlights ongoing challenges in Western game development tied to NetEase's recent pullback.