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Xbox CEO reportedly warns firm will "not survive" if it only relies on existing franchises

Xbox boss Asha Sharma reportedly warned that the company will not survive if it solely relies on existing franchises, emphasizing the need for new intellectual property to reach new audiences. This comes amid recent cancellations of new IP projects like Everwild and Project Mara, and proposed studio closures. Sharma also noted that Xbox is beginning to see growth after a period of decline and announced the creation of Xbox Labs to test new ideas and technologies.

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Xbox boss Asha Sharma says "we will not survive" without "enduring new IP," despite being in the middle of laying off 3,200 employees and parting ways with numerous studios

Xbox CEO Asha Sharma stated that the company "will not survive" without creating new, enduring intellectual property, despite ongoing restructuring that includes 3,200 layoffs and several studios becoming independent or having projects canceled. Sharma emphasized the need for invention and reaching new audiences, while also acknowledging the importance of backing strong franchises. The company is set to publish Hideo Kojima's upcoming games OD and Physint.

Retro GamerNegative

Microsoft was reportedly already planning Ninja Theory split when it announced Senua at the Xbox Games Showcase, with…

Reports suggest Microsoft was planning to split from or shut down Ninja Theory around the time its new game, Senua, was revealed at the Xbox Games Showcase. This comes amid wider rumors of layoffs and potential closures for other Xbox studios like Double Fine and Compulsion Games. The future of Senua and Project Mara is now uncertain.

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Ninja Theorys "experimentella skräckspel" Project: Mara läggs ner

Ninja Theory has canceled its experimental horror game, Project: Mara, to allow its entire team to focus on the next Hellblade title. Project: Mara was announced over six years ago and aimed to explore mental health through a photorealistic lens. The studio confirmed the decision in an interview regarding the upcoming Senua game.

Blues NewsNeutral

Project Mara Cancelled; Senua Announced

Ninja Theory and Xbox Game Studios have announced the cancellation of Project Mara and the reveal of Senua, a new action-adventure game set in the Hellblade universe. Further details on Senua's gameplay and release are expected.

Games IndustryNegative

Ninja Theory cancels Project Mara

Ninja Theory has cancelled its experimental horror title Project Mara to focus all studio resources on the third Hellblade game, Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2. Studio head Dom Matthews stated the decision was made to consolidate the expertise of their 85 creatives onto the Hellblade franchise. Project Mara was intended to be a realistic portrayal of mental terror, while Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice and its sequel are recognized for their depiction of mental health experiences.

EngadgetNegative

Ninja Theory cancels psychological horror game Project Mara

Ninja Theory has canceled its announced psychological horror game, Project Mara. The studio, known for Hellblade, had initially revealed the project in 2020.

SiliconeraNegative

Ninja Theory Horror Game Project Mara Canceled

Ninja Theory has canceled its experimental horror game, Project Mara. Studio Head Dom Matthews stated the decision was made to consolidate the studio's talent onto the new Senua game, which follows Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2. Project Mara was first announced in January 2020 and described as a "mental terror" game.

GamespotNegative

Ninja Theory Cancels Ambitious Horror Title Focus To On Senua

Ninja Theory has cancelled its experimental horror title, Project Mara, to focus all studio resources on its upcoming action-adventure game, Senua. Studio Head Dom Matthews stated that the decision was made to consolidate the studio's 85 creatives to fully realize the potential of Senua. Project Mara was initially pitched as a photorealistic exploration of mental terror.

PC GamerPositive

Hellblade studio kills its mysterious 'horrors of the mind' project so it can make a new Senua game instead

Ninja Theory has canceled its "Project Mara" to fully dedicate its resources to a new Senua game, simply titled Senua. Studio head Dom Matthews stated the new title will be an action-adventure game with broader gameplay and combat depth, set in Purgatory after the events of Hellblade 1 and 2. The studio aims to deliver a fresh experience that welcomes new players while building on the established themes and characters.

CGmag OnlineNegative

Ninja Theory Confirms Development Has Stopped On Project Mara

Ninja Theory has officially cancelled its horror game Project Mara, with studio head Dom Matthews confirming the entire 85-person team is now focused on Senua. Project Mara, announced in 2020, aimed to realistically portray mental health issues. The studio previously worked on smaller teams for the Hellblade games, but the decision was made to consolidate talent for Senua.

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Hellblade Developer Ninja Theory Has Cancelled Project Mara

Ninja Theory has cancelled its experimental horror game, Project Mara, which was intended to take place entirely within a single apartment. The cancellation marks a shift away from the ambitious project for the studio.

Retro GamerNegative

Project Mara has been cancelled as Ninja Theory turns its full attention to expanding the Hellblade franchise:…

Ninja Theory has officially cancelled its experimental psychological horror game, Project Mara, to focus all studio resources on expanding the Hellblade franchise. Studio head Dom Matthews confirmed the decision, stating that the studio's 85 creatives will now work on a new Senua spin-off with more expansive gameplay, combat, exploration, and puzzle-solving elements.