Video game publisher Electronic Arts (EA) has cancelled another game in the Titanfall universe and laid off more employees, as part of a wider wave of job cuts in the gaming industry.
The cancelled project, known internally as “R7,” was reportedly an extraction-style shooter set in the Titanfall world, which blends fast-paced combat with parkour and giant mechs. Although EA’s Respawn studio did not name the game directly, it confirmed that two early-stage projects were being shut down.
This is not the first time a Titanfall title has been scrapped. Fans of the franchise have been waiting for a full sequel since Titanfall 2 released in 2016, but EA has continued to prioritise other more commercially successful properties.
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The studio said it will now focus on established franchises like Apex Legends and the Star Wars Jedi series. Earlier this month, EA announced Star Wars: Zero Company, a new tactical game, further signalling its commitment to proven IPs.
These changes come during a tough time for the company. EA cut over 1,100 jobs in 2023 and laid off an additional 5% of its workforce in 2024. “These decisions aren’t easy,” Respawn said, thanking team members who were let go and recognising their contributions to the studio’s growth.
The gaming industry as a whole is also feeling the pressure. Rising development costs and changing market trends have led many studios to downsize teams and cancel projects in an effort to stay financially stable.
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