What is the future of Ninja Theory?

In the wake of the closure of four Bethesda/Zenimax development teams, many fans were left wondering if Microsoft It is bracing for a similar wave of layoffs and plant closures Xbox game studios. In fact, many have recently begun speculating on social media that this Ninja theory It may be the next studio to be shut down by the company, due to a letter sent by the team.

Specifically, in light of its release Senua Saga: Hellblade IIThe studio head noted:

Making video games is hard. Like Senua, we as a team are driven by the belief that we must achieve our mission: to create a game that immerses you deeply in the world of Senua and takes you on a journey that leaves you thinking and feeling.

I believe we have achieved our mission and I hope you agree. I’m so proud of the game, so proud of our team and so proud of you, our fans, for supporting us on this magical journey.

A message from studio head Dom Matthews ahead of our launch tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/IH98qP9evv

– Ninja Theory (@NinjaTheory) May 20, 2024

The message sounded like a “goodbye,” according to many X social media users who began wondering about the studio’s fate after Hellblade II. Journalist Jez Corden came to calm fears with one Reportage For Windows Central.

The mediator confirms this, citing reliable sources Microsoft has no plans to shut down Ninja Theory under any circumstances. On the contrary, it has been revealed how The American giant has already given the green light to the group’s next project. currently Ninja Theory is working on two games Good. One is this new project that recently received approval and the other is the Mara project that has already been revealed.

In case you need a refresher, Project Mara will be a horror game that aspires to be a realistic and grounded representation of psychological horror. Below you can find its first trailer.