Xbox дава зелена светлина на Ninja Theory за нова игра.

Xbox reportedly approved U.K. studio Ninja Theory to start work on their next game, signaling its commitment to the studio’s creative vision. Despite recently closing down some of its acquired studios, Xbox has no plans to shut down Ninja Theory, according to Windows Central.

Ninja Theory, known for their cult-classic games like Heavenly Sword and Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, has a long history of pushing the boundaries of performance capture technology to tell immersive and evocative stories. The studio’s collaboration with renowned actor Andy Serkis has been instrumental in creating captivating narratives in their games.

While opinions on Hellblade 2 may vary, it is undeniable that Ninja Theory is an industry leader in game development. Restricting their ability to iterate and experiment with new ideas would be a missed opportunity. Fans can look forward to what the studio has in store for them, and the possibility of a third installment in the Hellblade series with improvements based on feedback.

However, amid the industry’s economic challenges, Microsoft has been forced to close down some studios it acquired last year. The closure of studios like Tango Gameworks and Arkane Austin came as a surprise, given previous statements from Xbox leadership assuring their continuation.

The games industry itself is facing instability, with thousands of layoffs already occurring this year. In these uncertain times, having publishers like Xbox supporting talented developers such as Ninja Theory is crucial for the industry’s growth. It remains to be seen if Xbox can maintain this support in the face of future challenges.

Overall, Xbox’s approval of Ninja Theory’s next game is a positive move, allowing the studio to continue pushing the boundaries of gaming and delivering unique experiences to players.