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Wizards of the Coast President John Hight is Leaving in September
John Hight, President of Wizards of the Coast, will be leaving his role on September 1st after two years with the company. He will transition to an advisory role for Hasbro for one year. During his tenure, Hight oversaw development for tabletop games like Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering, as well as digital projects including Exodus and Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons.
Wizards of the Coast president steps down after only two years in the role
John Hight is stepping down as president of Wizards of the Coast after two years, transitioning to an advisory role on September 1st. This announcement follows a recent $56 million impairment charge and cancellation of several video games by parent company Hasbro. Despite these changes, Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons continue to perform well, and the upcoming 2027 video game slate remains on track.
After its Baldur's Gate 3-era splurge, Hasbro is scaling back its gaming ambitions following $56m loss, but Warlock and Mass Effect-like Exodus are safe
Hasbro is scaling back its video game ambitions following a $56 million write-down, leading to project cancellations and layoffs. CEO Chris Cocks confirmed that existing projects like the sci-fi RPG Exodus and Warlock: Dungeons and Dragons remain on track for a 2027 release. The company is shifting focus to major owned franchises and high-conviction titles, citing successes like Baldur's Gate 3 and Magic: The Gathering Arena.
Baldur's Gate series overlords Hasbro take $56 million hit after cancelling several games due out in "2028 and beyond", with Exodus and Warlock unaffected
Hasbro has announced a $56 million impairment due to the cancellation of several games planned for release in 2028 and beyond. While specific titles were not named, the company stated its confidence in its digital games portfolio, with releases like Exodus and Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons still on track for 2027. Hasbro is refocusing its strategy on fewer, high-potential projects and partnerships.
Hasbro Writes Down $56 Million After Cancelling Several Games
Hasbro has recorded a $56 million write-down due to the cancellation of several video game projects planned for release in 2028 and beyond. CEO Chris Cocks stated this move is part of a refocused digital strategy prioritizing franchises like Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons, and successful mobile titles like Monopoly Go!. While Exodus and Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons remain in development for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, other projects, including one from Giant Skull, have been cancelled.
Hasbro cancel Dungeons and Dragons action game helmed by Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order director, leaving studio hunting for new publishing deal
Hasbro 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.
Transformers to finally get a big budget video game as Hasbro invests millions
Hasbro 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.
Star Wars Jedi Veteran's Dungeons & Dragons Game Has Been Canceled
Wizards 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 Canceled
Wizards 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.
The Game Awards 2025 - All Winners and Announcements - NintendoFuse
The Game Awards 2025, hosted by Geoff Keighley, celebrated the best of video games with numerous awards and announcements. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was a major winner, taking home Game of the Year and several other accolades. The event also featured trailers and reveals for upcoming titles like Grand Theft Auto VI, Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred, and Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic.
