What Microsoft's Arkane Extension Means for Marvel's Blade
The extension offers a glimmer of hope for Arkane Lyon and Marvel's Blade, but uncertainty remains for the studio's employees and the game's future.
The extension offers a glimmer of hope for Arkane Lyon and Marvel's Blade, but uncertainty remains for the studio's employees and the game's future.
Key points - Microsoft extended the consultation period for Arkane Lyon by one month to explore options. - French law requires companies to consider alternatives before layoffs of 1,000 or more people. - Options include finding a partner to support the studio through development work still ahead. - Marvel's Blade was announced in 2023, but its status is conflicting: nearing completion or years away. - Even if Arkane is sold, some jobs may still be cut by the new owner.
Timeline - Summer 2024: Union representatives begin discussing Arkane's fate in Xbox's restructuring. - Last week: Reports suggest negotiations over Arkane's fate could be reaching an impasse. - This week: Microsoft confirms extension of consultation period by one month.
FAQ
Q: What does the extension mean for Arkane Lyon? A: It gives Microsoft and union reps more time to explore alternatives to layoffs, including finding a partner or potentially selling the studio.
Q: Is Marvel's Blade still in development? A: Yes, but reports conflict on its status: one union rep says it's nearing completion, while PC Gamer sources claim it still has years to go.
Q: Will there be layoffs at Arkane? A: Even if Arkane is sold, some jobs may still be cut by the new owner. Microsoft is required to consider alternatives before layoffs.
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