Company Shuts Down Studios and Cancels Highly Anticipated Wonder Woman Game
In a significant shake-up of its gaming division, Warner Bros. Discovery has announced the cancellation of the highly anticipated Wonder Woman game and the closure of three key studios: Monolith Productions, Player First Games, and Warner Bros. Games San Diego. These moves are part of a broader strategy to focus on core franchises, such as Harry Potter, Mortal Kombat, DC, and Game of Thrones.
Monolith Productions’ Wonder Woman Game Scrapped
Monolith Productions, known for its acclaimed Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor and Shadow of War, had been developing the Wonder Woman game since 2021. However, Warner Bros. has confirmed the cancellation of the project, stating that it no longer aligns with the company’s updated priorities.
The decision to cancel the game comes as part of a major restructuring effort aimed at refocusing WB Games’ resources on established and profitable franchises. While the Wonder Woman game had generated considerable excitement, it will no longer move forward under the company’s revised strategy.
Player First Games and Warner Bros. Games San Diego Also Shut Down
In addition to the cancellation of Wonder Woman, two other studios are also being closed. Player First Games, the studio behind the MultiVersus fighting game, is shutting down. MultiVersus, which featured popular WB characters, struggled through a turbulent development cycle, marked by a long hiatus and a disappointing relaunch.
Warner Bros. Games San Diego, which worked on various multiplayer projects, is also among the casualties of the restructuring. The company’s decision to close these studios highlights the ongoing challenges WB Games has faced in recent years.
A Strategic Move Amid Financial Struggles
A statement from Warner Bros. Games stressed that these closures were not a reflection on the talent within these teams but rather a strategic shift designed to return the gaming division to profitability in 2025 and beyond. Financial reports indicate that the gaming division suffered a substantial loss of $300 million in 2024, which has contributed to this tough decision.
The closure of these studios comes on the heels of the underperformance of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, which has struggled to gain traction among players. The game has received a lukewarm reception, and the support for the title is already being scaled back less than a year after its release.
Hogwarts Legacy Remains a Bright Spot
Despite the setbacks, there is some good news for Warner Bros. Discovery. Hogwarts Legacy, the highly successful Harry Potter-themed game, remains a standout hit for the company. Following its massive success, Warner Bros. is reportedly working on a definitive edition of the game, complete with expanded content. This move suggests that the company will likely focus more on franchises with proven success in the gaming market, rather than taking risks with new, unproven projects.
Looking Ahead: A New Direction for WB Games
As Warner Bros. Discovery continues to restructure its gaming division, the industry is closely watching to see how the company will adjust its strategy moving forward. Will WB Games double down on its most profitable franchises or pivot to new opportunities in the gaming space? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain—the future of WB Games will be shaped by its commitment to its strongest intellectual properties.
For now, fans of WB’s big franchises can look forward to the potential growth and evolution of games like Hogwarts Legacy, while the company moves away from more uncertain projects.
