Arkane Lyon, the developer of Marvel's Blade, is at risk of being shut down within weeks due to a failed buyer search, according to a report. The studio has until November 13 to find a buyer or face closure, with worker unions attempting to buy more time to save jobs. Several forms of takeover are being considered, including re-employing affected staff at other Xbox studios or taking Microsoft to court.
The game development process for Marvel's Blade remains on track, with a new reveal expected in early 2027 and a Q4 2027 release. Bloomberg reporter Jason Schreier corroborated reports of multiple paths being explored, stating he'd be surprised if the studio is shut down. Arkane Lyon has been around for 27 years, with a notable history of releasing hits like the Dishonored games and Deathloop.