Warner Bros. has officially canceled its anticipated Wonder Woman video game and announced the closure of three development studios: Monolith Productions, Player First Games, and WB San Diego. This decision, confirmed by the company, is part of a strategic shift aimed at focusing resources on key franchises such as Harry Potter, Mortal Kombat, DC, and Game of Thrones.
The closure of these studios marks a significant change in direction for Warner Bros.‘ gaming division. Monolith Productions, known for its successful Middle-earth games, was developing the Wonder Woman title, which had faced challenges earlier in the year, including a change in direction and leadership.
Player First Games, established in 2019, was responsible for the critically acclaimed MultiVersus, which, despite its initial success, fell short of the company’s expectations. WB San Diego, also founded in 2019, focused on mobile and free-to-play games.
This move reflects ongoing struggles within Warner Bros.‘ gaming sector, which has seen layoffs and project cancellations in recent years. The gaming industry has faced a wave of layoffs, with over 10,000 developers affected in 2023 alone. The trend of studio closures continues, impacting the overall landscape of video game development.
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