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Hasbro cancels Dungeons & Dragons game led by Respawn veteransHasbro subsidiary Wizards of the Coast has canceled an action-adventure game set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe, which was being developed by Giant Skull, a studio founded by Respawn veteran Stig Asmussen. The collaboration ended less than a year after its announcement, with Wizards of the Coast stating they decided not to pursue the early concept but value their ongoing relationship with Asmussen and his team. This cancellation follows the earlier closure of another Hasbro studio, Atomic Arcade.
The Mass Effect-like Exodus 'is effectively D&D in space,' Hasbro CEO saysHasbro CEO Chris Cocks described Archetype Entertainment's upcoming space opera RPG, Exodus, as 'D&D in space,' drawing comparisons to the Mass Effect series. While acknowledging the genre's appeal and the gap left by recent Mass Effect titles, Cocks highlighted Hasbro's experience with role-playing games. Exodus is slated for a 2027 release and will be showcased at upcoming gaming events.
God of War 3 Director's AAA Dungeons & Dragons Game Cancelled After Less Than a YearHasbro and its subsidiary Wizards of the Coast have cancelled a big-budget, single-player Dungeons & Dragons action-adventure game developed by Stig Asmussen's studio, Giant Skull. The decision was reportedly made to lower costs, despite the project's potential. Wizards of the Coast stated they respect Asmussen and his team and value their ongoing relationship.
Star Wars Jedi director's single-player Dungeons & Dragons game cancelled less than a year after it was announcedHasbro has reportedly cancelled a single-player Dungeons & Dragons action-adventure game being developed by Star Wars Jedi director Stig Asmussen's studio, Giant Skull. The project was less than a year old, with Wizards of the Coast stating they decided not to pursue the early concept. Other D&D games like Exodus and Warlock are still in development.
Hasbro cancel Dungeons and Dragons action game helmed by Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order director, leaving studio hunting for new publishing dealHasbro has canceled the publishing of a Dungeons and Dragons action game developed by Giant Skull, led by former Star Wars Jedi director Stig Asmussen. The decision was made earlier this year after reviewing an early concept, leaving Giant Skull to seek a new publishing partner. Hasbro stated they value their ongoing relationship with Asmussen and his team.
Wizards of the Coast ends partnership with Giant SkullWizards of the Coast has ended its publishing agreement with Giant Skull, resulting in the cancellation of an unannounced action-adventure game set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe. While the early concept was not pursued, Wizards of the Coast expressed respect for Giant Skull's team and indicated a willingness to consider future project proposals. This decision coincides with a broader reorganization at Wizards of the Coast, including the closure of its internal developer Atomic Arcade.
Games Inbox: Is PlayStation right to abandon the PC?Readers discuss Sony Interactive Entertainment's strategy regarding PC releases, with some seeing a move away from PC as a positive sign for more single-player focused games. There's also commentary on the state of Xbox, the potential for a big-budget Transformers game, and praise for Forza Horizon 6's refined arcade racing experience.- Evening InterviewsHasbro is investing $1 billion in the development of video games. Notably, none of these upcoming titles will be games-as-a-service, indicating a different strategic approach for the company's gaming ventures.
Dungeons & Dragons Game by Giant Skull Has Been CancelledHasbro, through its subsidiary Wizards of the Coast, has cancelled a Dungeons & Dragons game being developed by Giant Skull due to the termination of their publishing deal. Industry veteran Stig Asmussen, founder of Giant Skull, confirmed the cancellation and is seeking new publishing partners. The game was not intended to be a successor to the Baldur's Gate franchise.- Hasbro Cancels Dungeons & Dragons Game from Star Wars Jedi: Survivor DirectorHasbro has canceled a new Dungeons & Dragons game that was being developed by Stig Asmussen, the director of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. The reasons for the cancellation were not disclosed.
Hasbro cancelled a D&D game from the Jedi: Fallen Order directorHasbro has cancelled a Dungeons & Dragons video game in early development at Giant Skull, a studio led by Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order director Stig Asmussen. The partnership between Wizards of the Coast and Giant Skull was terminated earlier this year. Another D&D game, Warlock, from Invoke Studios is still planned for a 2027 release.
Hasbro cancels Dungeons & Dragons game from God of War and Star Wars Jedi veteran after seeing early conceptHasbro, through its subsidiary Wizards of the Coast, has canceled its exclusive publishing agreement with Stig Asmussen's studio Giant Skull for a new single-player Dungeons & Dragons action-adventure game. The decision was made after reviewing the game's early concept, though Wizards of the Coast expressed openness to future pitches from Giant Skull.
Transformers to finally get a big budget video game as Hasbro invests millionsHasbro is investing $1 billion into developing traditional video games, focusing on action-adventure and RPG titles for PC and console, and explicitly avoiding live service models. CEO Chris Cocks indicated that new games based on franchises like Transformers, Dungeons & Dragons, and Magic: The Gathering are in development. The company aims to build its own games internally after previously licensing its properties.
The Mass Effect sci-fi RPG subgenre "hasn't had a good game in a long time", says Hasbro, and it believes Exodus can change thatHasbro's CEO Chris Cocks believes the science fiction RPG genre, exemplified by Mass Effect, has been lacking a strong entry for a long time. He is confident that Exodus, developed by Archetype Entertainment and featuring former BioWare talent, will fill this market gap. The game is slated for an early 2027 release and aims to recapture the feel of beloved sci-fi RPGs.
D&D Maps virtual tabletop will become "a simplified, streamlined version of what we wanted to do for…Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks revealed that Dungeons & Dragons Maps will be a simplified, 2D, browser-based version of the ambitious virtual tabletop Sigil. Sigil was canceled after its early access launch due to high system requirements and development team layoffs. The new Maps product aims to retain Sigil's immersive map experience with customization options for avatars and interactive stickers, running on lower-end hardware like iPads and PCs.
"It's been a while since Mass Effect 2 and 3" – Hasbro boss says "there's a big need in the marketplace" for a BioWare-esque space RPG and Exodus is ready to fill itHasbro CEO Chris Cocks believes their upcoming space RPG, Exodus, will fill a market gap left since games like Mass Effect 2 and 3. He stated that the game, which is described as 'D&D in space,' is designed to capture the essence of character-driven, multi-faceted narratives that have been missing from the genre. Cocks expressed confidence in the project's development, with a planned release in 2027.
Star Wars Jedi Veteran's Dungeons & Dragons Game Has Been CanceledWizards of the Coast, in partnership with Giant Skull studio founded by Stig Asmussen, has canceled an upcoming single-player action-adventure game set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe. Hasbro confirmed the project's cancellation, though stated they still value their relationship with Giant Skull and are open to future pitches. This decision comes after significant investment in AAA game development following the success of Baldur's Gate 3.- Star Wars Jedi Veteran's Dungeons & Dragons Game Has Been CanceledWizards of the Coast, in partnership with Giant Skull studio founded by Stig Asmussen, has canceled an upcoming single-player action-adventure game set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe. Hasbro confirmed the project's cancellation, though stated they still value their relationship with Giant Skull and are open to future pitches. This decision comes after significant investment in AAA game development following the success of Baldur's Gate 3.
Cthulhu Returns to MONOPOLY in Marmalade’s Second Wave of Support for the Whale and Dolphin ConservationMarmalade Game Studio has partnered with Whale and Dolphin Conservation (WDC) for the release of the WDC Ocean Legends bundle for MONOPOLY. The bundle includes new tokens and 20% of sales will be donated to WDC. This follows a successful similar bundle released last year.
'It nearly killed me': Why studio head James Ohlen left sci-fi RPG Exodus mid-development—and why EA crushing his Star Wars: The Old Republic reboot was the 'beginning of the end' at BioWareJames Ohlen, a veteran designer behind Baldur's Gate 2 and Knights of the Old Republic, discusses his departure from Archetype Entertainment's RPG Exodus, citing the immense pressure of studio leadership. He also reflects on his time at BioWare, detailing how EA's rejection of his Star Wars: The New Republic reboot plan marked the 'beginning of the end' for his career there.