Microsoft is scrapping two upcoming video games, a reboot of "Perfect Dark" and the fantasy title "Everwild," in addition to ending development on several unannounced projects.

Perfect Dark, Everwild Canceled at Microsoft, Initiative Closes Home Gaming News Jul 2, 2025 10:08am PT ...

The Initiative was established in 2018 and was co-developing the Perfect Dark reboot alongside Crystal Dynamics, and was set to be directed by Brian Horton, previously of Insomniac Games.

Microsoft is scrapping two upcoming video games, a reboot of “Perfect Dark” and the fantasy title “Everwild,” in addition to ending development on several unannounced projects. These ...

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Xbox has canceled Everwild, Perfect Dark, and an unannounced game from ZeniMax Perfect Dark developer, The Initiative, has also been shuttered Layoffs have occurred at several studios ...

Xbox’s Perfect Dark reboot, announced back in 2020, has reportedly been canceled as part of the ongoing layoffs at Microsoft. The studio developing the game has reportedly been shut down, too.

The letter, sent out to all employees across the business, expresses “sincere gratitude” to all those who recently had their ...

Amid wide-ranging layoffs at Microsoft, Xbox's Perfect Dark reboot has reportedly been canceled and its studio, The Initiative, shuttered. It's also being reported that Forza Motorsport developer ...

Source: Xbox Game Studios Perfect Dark was announced in 2020 at The Game Awards. Microsoft created a new internal studio, The Initiative, to lead development on the project.

Microsoft today announced it is laying off upwards of 9,100 employees, including at the Xbox division. Perfect Dark, Everwild, and an MMORPG from ZeniMax Online Studios have been cancelled, and ...

In a follow-up message, Alix asks fans to speak up if they want to see Perfect Dark survive. Of course, she’s not the only person affected by the cancellation when it comes to acting in the game.