Gaming News: The now abandoned Redfall had a roadmap of support actively in the works until Microsoft’s abrupt decision. Arkane Austin’s closure and the cancellation of Hero Pass content came unexpectedly.
Summary
- Microsoft abruptly cancels Redfall and closes Arkane Austin, shocking staff.
- Hero Pass content, set for Halloween release, canceled after year-and-a-half of post-launch support expectations.
- Players express disappointment and surprise at the sudden closure and abandonment of the game.
Turbostrider27’s Take
From IGN’s report on the situation, it’s evident that the decision to scrap Redfall and Arkane Austin’s work came as a surprise to many. The expectation of new content and DLC being actively worked on only added to the shock factor.
Community Reactions
Cautious-Dream2893 expresses dissatisfaction with the game’s quality, while gablekevin questions the timing of letting go of the studio just before a significant update. Meanwhile, srjnp humorously highlights Microsoft’s contradictory actions, and Vis_Ignius analyzes the prolonged development issues.
Insights and Speculations
DarthMoonKnight humorously points out the potential impact of a delayed update on the game’s fate, while Owlthinkofaname discusses the declining player base and studio’s reputation amidst the game’s struggles.
