EA has shut down Visceral Games, the studio behind Dead Space and Battlefield Hardline, and will “pivot” the direction of its untitled Star Wars game.
Although relatively little was known about Visceral’s story-focussed Star Wars project – which was first announced back in 2013 – numerous high-profile names were attached, including Amy Hennig, Kim Swift, and Jade Raymond.
A statement released by EA today links progress on, and the direction of, Visceral’s Star Wars game to the studio’s closure. “Throughout the development process, we have been testing the game concept with players, listening to the feedback about what and how they want to play, and closely tracking fundamental shifts in the marketplace”, the statement read.
“It has become clear that to deliver an experience that players will want to come back to and enjoy for a long time to come, we needed to pivot the design. We will maintain the stunning visuals, authenticity in the Star Wars universe, and focus on bringing a Star Wars story to life.”