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Xbox moves to close Hellblade studio Ninja Theory after two sale deals collapse

Xbox announces consultation on Ninja Theory's proposed closure

2 Sep 22 10:09 AM · 1d ago · 6 articles · 2 sources · development 2 of 4

Xbox chief content officer Matt Booty published an Xbox Wire post stating two separate agreements for Ninja Theory fell through and that consultation with employees on a proposed closure would begin, as part of a wider round of Xbox layoffs and studio cuts.

Xbox announces consultation on Ninja Theory's proposed closure
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“Unfortunately, two separate agreements for Ninja Theory fell through. We will now begin consultation with employees on a proposed closure while continuing to explore other paths forward.”

Matt Booty

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Reported in the same hours no headline names this development itself — these 1 claim were published in its stretch

  1. 3 outlets Ninja Theory Now Expected To Close As Deal Falls Apart

    first by GameSpot, 1d ago · also Insider Gaming, IGN

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