DOOM Studio Pitched New Perfect Dark, John Wick-Style Projects Before Layoffs – Rumor

Rumors suggest id Software pitched several new projects, including a Perfect Dark reboot and a John Wick-inspired sci-fi noir game codenamed Fury, before recent layoffs significantly impacted its staff. These proposed titles were intended to diversify beyond the DOOM franchise. The studio's future as a standalone team is now uncertain following extensive job cuts, which are part of broader layoffs at Microsoft.

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COMPANY id Software
COMPANY Microsoft
GAME DOOM: The Dark Ages
COMPANY Xbox
PLATFORM PlayStation 5
GAME Perfect Dark
PLATFORM Xbox Series X
PLATFORM PC

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id Software Pitched New Games Before Major Layoffs

The DOOM studio reportedly explored ideas for a Perfect Dark reboot. They also considered a John Wick-inspired sci-fi noir title. These pitches preceded significant layoffs that have impacted the studio.

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COMPANY Microsoft
GAME Perfect Dark

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id Software Was Reportedly 'Toying With' Pitches for a New Perfect Dark, a John Wick-Inspired Game, and More Before Layoffsid Software was reportedly exploring pitches for new projects, including a new Perfect Dark and a John Wick-inspired game, prior to recent layoffs that affected more than half of the studio's staff. Microsoft's involvement in these discussions is implied due to their ownership of id Software. IGN · 5 days ago
DOOM Studio Pitched New Perfect Dark, John Wick-Style Projects Before Layoffs – RumorRumors suggest id Software pitched several new projects, including a Perfect Dark reboot and a John Wick-inspired sci-fi noir game codenamed Fury, before recent layoffs significantly impacted its staff. These proposed titles were intended to diversify beyond the DOOM franchise. The studio's future as a standalone team is now uncertain following extensive job cuts, which are part of broader layoffs at Microsoft. Gaming Bolt · 5 days ago