From Polygon · Elijah Gonzalez · · 1m
Xbox Studio Gets More Time For Marvel's Blade
Microsoft extends Arkane Lyon's deadline to find a buyer for Marvel's Blade game.
In brief
Microsoft extends Arkane Lyon's deadline to find a buyer for Marvel's Blade game. Microsoft gives Arkane Lyon until mid-December to find a partner for Marvel's Blade after French labor laws delay shutdown. Originally reported by Polygon.
Xbox Cuts Game Studios
Microsoft cut 3,200 jobs from Xbox division in coming year, including several studios.
Arkane Lyon at Risk
Arkane Lyon, developer of Dishonored games, faces shutdown under French labor laws.
French Law Delay
France's 'Florange Law' requires companies with over 1,000 employees to find buyers before shutdown.
Extended Deadline
Microsoft extended Arkane Lyon's consultation period by one month to find a partner for Marvel's Blade.
Blade Development Status
Arkane Lyon's Marvel's Blade game is nearing end of development with union representatives confirming progress.
What Happens Next
Arkane Lyon has until mid-December to find a partner or face shutdown under French labor laws.
The big picture
Microsoft gives Arkane Lyon until mid-December to find a partner for Marvel's Blade after French labor laws delay shutdown.
