EA Cancels Black Panther Game, Shuts Down Cliffhanger Games
Geek Freaks Headlines29 Mai

EA Cancels Black Panther Game, Shuts Down Cliffhanger Games

In this Geek Freaks Headlines episode, Frank breaks down EA’s surprising cancellation of the highly anticipated Black Panther video game and the abrupt shutdown of Cliffhanger Games. Originally set to be a single-player, open world experience from developers behind Shadow of Mordor, the game’s future has now been erased. Frank explains EA’s shift in focus to other major franchises like Battlefield, The Sims, and Apex Legends, and highlights what this means for Marvel fans. He also shares insight into the ongoing development of Iron Man and another untitled Marvel game, as well as excitement around Skydance’s Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra.

Timestamps and Topics:
00:00:00 EA cancels Black Panther game and closes Cliffhanger Games
00:00:17 EA focuses on growth franchises: Battlefield, The Sims, Apex Legends, and more
00:00:38 Layoffs, return to office mandates, and what’s still in development
00:00:52 Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra could be our new Black Panther hope

Key Takeaways:

  • EA has canceled its planned Black Panther video game

  • Cliffhanger Games, formed in 2023 and composed of Shadow of Mordor devs, is shutting down

  • EA is shifting its focus to key franchises: Battlefield, The Sims, Skate, and Apex Legends

  • An Iron Man game and an untitled Marvel title are still in progress

  • EA has laid off 800 employees in the past year

  • The return-to-office policy is causing internal concern

  • Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra remains a promising Marvel title featuring Black Panther and Captain America

Memorable Quotes:
“This is a damn shame. We need more Black Panther stuff.”
“We had it and they are canceling on us. We all want more, right?”

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