The recent news of Microsoft closing Redfall developer Arkane Austin and Tango Gameworks has sent shockwaves through the gaming community. Fans express their deep disappointment and frustration on Reddit.
Summary
- Players feel betrayed by Microsoft’s decision to shut down beloved game developers.
- The closure of studios like Tango Gameworks, known for its successful games, has left fans saddened.
- Fans question Microsoft’s strategy of acquiring studios only to shut them down.
Fans React
One Reddit user, kiki_strumm3r, expressed their disappointment, mentioning the popularity of Hi-Fi Rush and the love for the Evil Within games by stating, “This is just sad.”
Another user, locke_5, joked about wanting a new Fallout game sooner, only to end up with studio closures instead, humorously referencing a Monkey’s Paw twist.
Hassadar criticized Microsoft’s management, highlighting the sudden change in attitude towards Tango Gameworks despite their previous success.
Disappointment and Confusion
Players like elmeliac questioned Microsoft’s motives, finding it clueless and wasteful to acquire studios only to shut them down, seeing it as a missed opportunity.
AscendedViking7 shared their shock and sadness at Tango Gameworks’ closure, believing the studio was doing well after Hi Fi Rush’s release.
blueish55, summed up the sentiment of many users, expressing helplessness and shock at the news while questioning the decision-making process.
Despite the outpouring of frustration and disappointment, fans hope for a better future for the affected developers and their beloved franchises.
