Marvel's Blade Development Continues Amidst Studio Uncertainty
Despite recent speculation and a lack of public updates, Marvel's Blade is confirmed to be in active development by Arkane Lyon. Studio leadership and concept artists have reassured fans that the project is not cancelled. Bethesda's Todd Howard has also expressed confidence in the game's progress, though a release window remains unannounced.
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Here’s What’s Going On With Marvel’s Blade And Its Developer Amid Xbox “Reset”
Amidst Microsoft's business 'reset' involving layoffs and studio sales, the future of Arkane Lyon and its game Marvel's Blade is uncertain. The French studio is undergoing consultation, with potential outcomes ranging from sale to closure, impacting the development of the delayed and reportedly over-budget Blade game, which was announced in 2023 without gameplay footage.
Bethesda’s Todd Howard Says Arkane is “Doing a Really, Really Good Job” With Marvel’s Blade
Bethesda's Todd Howard stated that Arkane Studios is making significant progress on Marvel's Blade, expressing optimism about the upcoming vampire-slaying game. While a release window remains unannounced, Howard's recent comments suggest development is proceeding well despite potential industry-wide layoffs.
Bethesda Boss Todd Howard Saw Marvel's Blade in May, Says Arkane 'Doing a Really, Really Great Job'
Bethesda Game Studios head Todd Howard provided an update on Marvel's Blade, stating that Arkane Studios is making significant progress. Howard recently saw a build of the game in May and expressed confidence in Arkane's work.
Marvel's Blade is Confirmed to NOT Be Cancelled
Despite previous reports and a lack of major updates since its 2023 announcement, Marvel's Blade is confirmed to not be cancelled. Arkane Lyon's lead concept artist and art director assistant, Jean-Luc Monnet, responded to a fan's inquiry with a "Let us cook" GIF, signaling that development is ongoing. This provides a ray of hope for fans concerned about the project's status.
Marvel’s Blade Concept Artist Says it Hasn’t Been Cancelled
Arkane Lyon's lead concept artist Jean-Luc Monnet has addressed speculation about Marvel's Blade being cancelled, stating that development is ongoing. Despite a lack of official updates since its December 2023 announcement, concept art has been shared, and a campaign director's profile suggests pre-production began in January 2022. Rumors suggest a potential 2027 release window.
Marvel's Blade is not canceled, Arkane dev confirms after Summer Game Fest no-show and over 2 years of silence
Arkane Studios development lead Jean-Luc Monnet has offered reassurance that Marvel's Blade is not canceled, responding to fan concerns after its absence from Summer Game Fest. The cryptic "Let us cook" GIF suggests the team is quietly working on the game and needs more time to reveal its progress. This comes amidst industry-wide concerns about layoffs and studio closures, with Arkane Austin having closed in 2024.
No, Blade is not cancelled, Arkane artist confirms
Arkane Studios lead concept artist Jean-Luc Monnet has confirmed that the action game Marvel's Blade is not cancelled, reassuring fans amidst concerns about the studio's future. Despite previous struggles with titles like Dishonored 2 and the poorly received Redfall, Arkane is still working on the Marvel title, though platform announcements have yet to be made.
Marvel’s Blade Isn’t Dead, Despite Recent Rumblings – Report
Despite recent speculation fueled by its absence from the Xbox Games Showcase, Marvel's Blade is reportedly not canceled. Journalist Jeff Grubb clarified that while there are reasons for the lack of recent updates, they do not indicate problems with the game's development by Arkane Lyon.
Arkane Lyon's Blade game isn't dead, despite rumours following Xbox Games Showcase no-show
Despite rumors suggesting the cancellation of Arkane Lyon's Marvel's Blade game, insider Jeff Grubb has clarified that the project is not dead and is still in development. The game, which was revealed at The Game Awards 2023 and is set in Paris, has not been shown publicly since, leading to speculation about its status. Arkane Studios director Dinga Bakaba previously stated the team was hard at work on the title.
