Romero Games announced that an unspecified publisher canceled funding for its new game, likely Microsoft, as part of a broader strategy. Brenda Romero revealed that this decision was made at a high level and was not within the studio's control. The team had successfully met all milestones and received consistent praise for their work. Currently, Romero Games is assessing next steps while reports indicate widespread layoffs at the studio following the funding cancellation. This decision aligns with other recent Microsoft cancellations, including multiple unannounced projects.
Brenda Romero stated, "our publisher has canceled funding for our game along with several other unannounced projects at other studios." This indicates strategic decisions were made at a high level.
Romero emphasized, "We deeply wish there had been something, anything, we could have done to prevent this outcome." The studio met every milestone and consistently received positive feedback.
An affected staffer remarked on social media, "Unfortunately, due to the recent Xbox layoffs, I've lost my position at Romero Games." This comment directly reflects the impact of Microsoft's decisions.
The cancellation of the FPS from Romero Games would align with other recent cancellations by Microsoft, like Everwild and Perfect Dark, highlighting a trend in the publisher's strategy.
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