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Wizards of the Coast President John Hight Announces Departure from Company
John Hight, President of Wizards of the Coast, announced his departure from the company, effective September 1, 2026, after two years in the role. He will continue in an advisory capacity. The company stated that its core franchises, Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons, remain strong, and its 2027 video game slate, including Exodus and Warlock, is on track despite recent project cancellations and a significant impairment charge.
Hasbro records $56M write down after scrapping 'several' video games
Hasbro reported a $56 million non-cash write down after cancelling several video games planned for 2028 and beyond. CEO Chris Cocks stated the decision reflects a new digital strategy focusing on key franchises like Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering, with an emphasis on cost discipline and owned platforms. The company expects its total digital spend to decrease annually by at least 25 percent by 2028.
Hasbro takes $56 million hit over multiple game cancellations, but it's still talking about how Baldur's Gate…
Hasbro reported a $56 million non-cash impairment due to the cancellation of several video games slated for release in 2028 and beyond. The company is refocusing its digital investment on key franchises like Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons, aiming to reduce overall digital spend by 25% annually by 2028.
Hasbro Is Betting On Fewer, Bigger Video Games After $56 Million Write-Down
Hasbro has recorded a $56 million write-down related to its video game portfolio, leading to the cancellation of several titles planned for release in 2028 and beyond. CEO Chris Cocks outlined a new strategy focusing on fewer, bigger games, prioritizing owned intellectual property like Magic and Dungeons & Dragons, and concentrating investment on high-conviction titles and partnerships. While some projects like Exodus and Warlock remain on track for 2027, others, including a Dungeons & Dragons single-player action-adventure game, have been canceled.
Baldur's Gate and D&D owner Hasbro is down $56 million as its strategy of canceling almost everything…
Hasbro is reporting a $56 million loss on its digital games portfolio, leading to the cancellation of several unspecified titles planned through 2028. While Baldur's Gate 3 was a success, the company's broader strategy of investing in and then canceling projects has resulted in significant financial setbacks. CEO Chris Cocks stated the company is refocusing investments on franchises with the clearest upside.
Star Wars Jedi director's single-player Dungeons & Dragons game cancelled less than a year after it was announced
Hasbro 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 cancelled a D&D game from the Jedi: Fallen Order director
Hasbro 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.
"Our players are going to be pretty psyched": Hasbro CEO talks D&D, video games, and playing to win
Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks discusses the company's strategy for its intellectual properties, particularly Dungeons & Dragons, emphasizing a 'Playing to Win' approach that focuses on innovative experiences and engaging adult fans. Cocks highlights the success of Baldur's Gate 3 as an example of adapting D&D for digital platforms and expresses excitement for upcoming digital titles like Exodus, a 'D&D in space' inspired RPG.
