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What will happen to video games under Skydance?
The merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery will significantly impact the video game industry, potentially leading to layoffs, studio closures, and project cancellations. While studios like NetherRealm and Avalanche may be relatively safe due to successful IPs, Rocksteady faces uncertainty after the poor reception of Suicide Squad. The consolidation of major IPs under Skydance presents both creative opportunities and business challenges.
Former Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick named to the board of post-merger Skydance
Former Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick has been appointed to the board of directors for the newly formed Skydance company, which resulted from the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Skydance's media conglomerate includes a video game division that will merge Paramount Games Studio with WB's internal developers. Despite past controversies surrounding Activision Blizzard, Skydance chairman David Ellison praised Kotick's leadership and ability to build enduring franchises.
Skydance Is Merging Paramount And Warner Bros.’ Game Studios Into One Unit
Skydance is merging Paramount's newly acquired Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment with its own Paramount Games Studio. This new division will oversee projects based on Skydance's intellectual property, including franchises like Mortal Kombat, Game of Thrones, and DC Comics. Tony Driscoll will lead the division, which will also incorporate developers like Avalanche Software and NetherRealm Studios.
GamesIndustry.biz to host panel at Game Republic's Investment Summit at MCM Comic Con October 2026
GamesIndustry.biz will host an Investment Panel at Game Republic's Investment Summit at MCM Comic Con, featuring discussions on game funding, development, and building sustainable studios. Separately, Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery have completed their $111 billion merger, now operating under the name Skydance, with potential for "difficult decisions" and "changes and impacts" as the new entity integrates.
Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery operating under Skydance following completion of $111bn merger
Skydance has completed its $111 billion acquisition of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, forming a new entity that will operate under the Skydance name. CEO David Ellison warned of "difficult decisions" and "impacts" during the integration process, aiming for over $6 billion in synergy savings. The company also launched Paramount Game Studio by merging Skydance Interactive and Skydance New Media, and now owns numerous game development studios and intellectual properties.
Bobby Kotick joins Skydance board of directors
Former Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick has joined the board of directors for Skydance, a new entity formed from a combination of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery. The article notes Kotick's controversial tenure at Activision Blizzard, citing allegations of workplace misconduct and underperformance of key franchises like Call of Duty.
Paramount closes merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, launching new entity Skydance (SKYD)
Paramount has successfully completed its merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, integrating WBD's media assets, including WB Games and its studios, under the new entity Skydance, which will trade under the SKYD symbol. The deal faced significant resistance due to concerns about market power and anti-competitive practices, though many legal challenges were settled out of court. The combined company aims to leverage the legacies of both Paramount and Warner Bros. to create new content.
Warner Bros. Games Now Belongs To Skydance, But Company Makes No Mention Of That In Big Announcement
Skydance has officially completed its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, a deal valued at $111 billion. Notably, the company's announcement of the deal closing made no mention of its significant video game properties, despite CEO David Ellison stating he is a gamer. The acquisition is expected to lead to significant layoffs and restructuring within the company.
Jobs roundup: October | Code Wizards Group appoints Catherine Bygrave as head of commercial
Several key figures have moved into new roles within the games industry. Michał Platkow-Gilewski was promoted to VP of global communications and marketing at CD Projekt Red, while Catherine Bygrave was appointed head of commercial at Code Wizards Group. Other notable appointments include Daniel Smith as executive producer at Playground Games, Gero Micciché as lead producer at 2K and Hangar 13 Games, and Tymon Smektala as executive producer at Bloober Team's Broken Mirror Games.
Jobs roundup: October | Playstack CEO Harvey Elliott voted chair of UKIE
Several key appointments have been made across the UK games industry. Harvey Elliott, CEO of Playstack, has been voted chair of UKIE, succeeding Maria Sayans. Murray Pannell joins Steel City Interactive as head of publishing, while Dean Anderson leads MV&P's APAC partnerships. Catherine Bygrave is the new head of commercial at Code Wizards Group, and Michał Platkow-Gilewski has been promoted to VP of global communications and marketing at CD Projekt Red.
Injustice 3 Rumor Sparks Response From NetherRealm's Ed Boon
NetherRealm Studios development chief Ed Boon has addressed ongoing rumors about the studio's next project, including speculation that Injustice 3 is in development. Boon's response indicates the studio is aware of the community's interest.
Injustice 3 Rumors Are All “100% False”, Says NetherRealm Studios Chief
NetherRealm Studios' development chief Ed Boon has officially denied recent rumors suggesting that Injustice 3 is in active development and undergoing playtesting. Boon stated on social media that these claims are "100% false," while also hinting that a game not being playtested doesn't preclude it from being in development. The studio's most recent release was Mortal Kombat 1 in 2023.
Läcka verkar avslöja två karaktärer i ej utannonserade Injustice 3
A leak suggests that Netherrealm Studios' unannounced Injustice 3 will feature Batwoman and Supergirl. Information was revealed through a stunt coordinator's CV, adding to previous hints from voice actors and developer resumes. The inclusion of Batwoman is noted as peculiar given the Injustice comic series lore.
New Injustice 3 Evidence Suggests It May Bring Back A Character Who Died A Very Injustice Death
Evidence suggests NetherRealm Studios is developing Injustice 3, with a stuntworker's resume listing motion capture work for Supergirl and Batwoman. The latter character, Katherine Kane, had a significant death in the Injustice comic series, hinting at potential resurrection or a reimagined role in the upcoming fighting game.
Another Injustice 3 leak reveals two characters in the rumoured DC fighting game - one that's expected and one that's a big surprise
A leak from a stunt worker's resume suggests that Injustice 3 is in development at NetherRealm Studios, featuring Supergirl and Batwoman. While Supergirl's inclusion is expected, Batwoman's presence is surprising given her canonical death in the Injustice comic books. The leak also hints at potential timeline resets or new mantles for characters.
Injustice 3 to Include Supergirl, Batwoman in its Roster – Rumor
A rumor suggests that Supergirl and Batwoman will be part of the launch roster for NetherRealm Studios' Injustice 3. This information comes from a stunt worker's resume, which also indicated motion capture coordination by Jake Huang, who worked on Mortal Kombat 1. While Supergirl's inclusion is expected, Batwoman would be a newcomer to the fighting game series.
Injustice 3 rumours resurface with leaked 2D fighting game playtest
Rumors of Injustice 3 have resurfaced following a deleted post seeking testers for a AAA 2D fighting game, believed to be NetherRealm Studios' next project. The studio recently shifted focus from Mortal Kombat 1, and the playtest's location in Culver City, California, points to an American developer like NetherRealm or its parent company Warner Bros. Discovery.
Injustice 3 is seemingly the mysterious, unannounced fighting game that's been hosting playtests in California
Evidence suggests NetherRealm Studios is conducting playtests for an unannounced title, widely believed to be Injustice 3. Playtest listings describe a 'triple-A fighting game' being tested in Culver City, California, the same location as Warner Bros. Games headquarters. Voice actors from previous Injustice titles have also hinted at their return.
“AAA Fighting Game” Playtest Strongly Hinted at Being Injustice 3 – Rumor
A playtest listing for a "AAA fighting game" strongly suggests that NetherRealm Studios is developing Injustice 3. While not explicitly named, the listing's requirements and location point to a NetherRealm project, potentially a sequel to Injustice 2, which has sold over 9 million copies.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Is Making The Wait For Injustice 3 Much More Bearable
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is a tag-team fighting game from Arc System Works that offers a compelling alternative while players await Injustice 3. The game features distinct Marvel superheroes and includes an engaging Arcadia Rumble mode with avatar customization and power-ups. Despite preferring one-on-one combat, the author finds Marvel Tokon's tag-team mechanics and energetic modes highly enjoyable, especially with recent PC fixes.
