Microsoft confirmed that the upcoming games Senua and State of Decay 3 will not be canceled despite the sale of their development studios. This decision matters because it removes uncertainty for players waiting for these titles and ensures continued support from the publisher. The confirmation comes as part of a broader corporate restructuring that includes the sale of Ninja Theory and Undead Labs to undisclosed buyers.
Microsoft confirms Senua and State of Decay 3 are safe despite studio sales
Ninja Theory and Undead Labs will continue to work with Xbox after the sale. Microsoft stated it will continue funding and publishing both Senua and State of Decay 3. This arrangement allows the studios to maintain their current projects while operating under new ownership. The company did not disclose the identity of the buyers for these studios.
The restructuring extends beyond these two studios to affect the wider gaming division. MachineGames and id Software are confirmed to be safe under the new structure. Zenimax studios will focus on established franchises including Fallout, The Elder Scrolls, Doom, Quake, and Wolfenstein. Compulsion Games and Double Fine will return to independence. Microsoft plans to eliminate 3,200 jobs as part of this massive reorganization.
Arkane Studios Lyon is undergoing a strategic review process. There is currently no word on whether this review will have a negative impact on the Blade game. We also do not know whether Microsoft has any plans to fund and publish it. The company has not provided details on the future of this specific project or its development status.
