What the Arkane Lyon Extension Means for Marvel's Blade
The extension gives Arkane Lyon more time to secure a buyer or partner, keeping Marvel's Blade alive for now. If the studio is saved, players could still see the game hit its reported 2027 window.
The extension gives Arkane Lyon more time to secure a buyer or partner, keeping Marvel's Blade alive for now. If the studio is saved, players could still see the game hit its reported 2027 window.
Key points - Microsoft extended Arkane Lyon's consultation period by one month to explore options including finding a partner. - Arkane Lyon originally had until November 18 to find a new owner or risk shutdown. - French law required Microsoft to spend at least three months searching for a buyer. - Jason Schreier said shutting down a French studio would be very expensive due to labor laws. - Marvel's Blade was reportedly set for a reveal in early 2027 and a Q4 2027 launch.
Timeline - Earlier this year: Microsoft announces it is divesting itself of Arkane Lyon and several other studios. - December 2023: Arkane Lyon reveals Marvel's Blade at The Game Awards. - November 18: Original deadline for Arkane Lyon to find a new owner before risk of shutdown. - Recently: Microsoft extends the consultation period by one month and says it is exploring finding a partner.
FAQ
Q: Is Arkane Lyon shutting down? A: Not necessarily. Microsoft has extended the consultation period by a month and says it is exploring options, including finding a partner to support the studio.
Q: What is Marvel's Blade? A: It's a game in development at Arkane Lyon, revealed at The Game Awards in December 2023, featuring Blade fighting vampires in Paris. Only concept art has been shown so far.
Q: When might Marvel's Blade release? A: Reportedly, the game was set for a new reveal in early 2027, followed by a Q4 2027 launch, though the studio has kept quiet on progress.
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