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Eidos Montreal trims 124 roles in leadership shakeup
business11 days ago

Eidos Montreal trims 124 roles in leadership shakeup

Eidos Montreal confirms 124 layoffs and the departure of veteran studio head David Anfossi, as the studio undergoes leadership restructuring after its 2022 sale to Embracer; the studio hasn’t released a game in years and has canceled several projects, including a new Deus Ex and a Soul Reboot reboot, with a transition plan in place and further leadership updates to come.

Deus Ex Remastered Set for February 2026 Release with PC Version
technology6 months ago

Deus Ex Remastered Set for February 2026 Release with PC Version

The classic sci-fi game Deus Ex is being remastered with updated visuals and features, coinciding with Elon Musk's admiration for the game, which he called one of the best ever. The remaster aims to make the game more accessible on modern platforms, but the game's legacy is complicated by its political and social satire, which some critics associate with Musk's worldview. The article also touches on Musk's gaming history and recent controversies.

"Deus Ex Actor Elias Toufexis Reveals Industry Woes and Farewell to Adam Jensen"
video-games2 years ago

"Deus Ex Actor Elias Toufexis Reveals Industry Woes and Farewell to Adam Jensen"

The voice actor for Adam Jensen in Deus Ex claims Eidos Montreal asked him to stop discussing the character publicly, indicating a lack of future plans for the franchise. Despite hopes for a third entry in Jensen's story, recent reports suggest that Eidos Montreal cancelled an unannounced Deus Ex game, and the actor has not received official information about the character's future for over seven years. The studio's recent layoffs further contribute to uncertainty surrounding the franchise's future.

"Deus Ex Actor Elias Toufexis Speaks Out on Game Cancellation and Industry Woes"
video-games2 years ago

"Deus Ex Actor Elias Toufexis Speaks Out on Game Cancellation and Industry Woes"

Actor Elias Toufexis, known for his role as Adam Jensen in the Deus Ex prequel games, has revealed that the studio, Eidos Montreal, has asked him to stop talking about the character in interviews and podcasts. Despite his portrayal of other characters in recent games and TV shows, Toufexis remains closely associated with Jensen. His comments suggest a strained relationship with the studio, as he claims to have learned about the shelving of a potential Deus Ex sequel and other studio developments through unofficial channels. With the likelihood of another Deus Ex game from Eidos Montreal seeming slim, Toufexis has expressed a readiness to bid farewell to the character, unless another company acquires the franchise.

Deus Ex Actor Elias Toufexis Reveals Eidos' Request to Stop Discussing Adam Jensen
video-games2 years ago

Deus Ex Actor Elias Toufexis Reveals Eidos' Request to Stop Discussing Adam Jensen

Eilas Toufexis, the actor behind Adam Jensen in Deus Ex, reveals that Eidos Montreal asked him to limit discussions about the character in public, reflecting the uncertain future of the series amid layoffs and canceled projects in the video game industry. Toufexis expresses disappointment with the lack of official communication from Eidos and shares his hopes for a potential sequel, while also acknowledging the possibility of another studio acquiring the Deus Ex license. Despite the current uncertainty, he remains optimistic about the series' potential return in the future.

"Deus Ex Actor Elias Toufexis Bids Farewell to Adam Jensen and Criticizes Gaming Industry as a 'Disaster Zone'"
video-games2 years ago

"Deus Ex Actor Elias Toufexis Bids Farewell to Adam Jensen and Criticizes Gaming Industry as a 'Disaster Zone'"

Voice actor Elias Toufexis bids farewell to Adam Jensen, expressing hope for the character's return and criticizing the state of the games industry, particularly in light of the reported cancellation of an unannounced Deus Ex sequel and ongoing mass layoffs. Toufexis also revealed the cancellation of another game he was working on and expressed concern about the industry's current state, citing the impact of pandemic-related spending and publisher cutbacks.

Voice actor bids farewell to iconic character and criticizes gaming industry as a "disaster zone"
video-games2 years ago

Voice actor bids farewell to iconic character and criticizes gaming industry as a "disaster zone"

Elias Toufexis, the actor behind Adam Jensen in Deus Ex, bid farewell to the character as the franchise's next entry was cancelled, expressing hope for its revival. He also lamented the state of the video game industry, citing multiple cancellations and reworks of projects, and expressing concern for the industry's current state and the impact on developers.

"Deus Ex Actor Elias Toufexis Bids Farewell to Adam Jensen, Criticizes Video Game Industry"
video-games2 years ago

"Deus Ex Actor Elias Toufexis Bids Farewell to Adam Jensen, Criticizes Video Game Industry"

Following the cancellation of a new Deus Ex game and layoffs at Eidos Montreal, Elias Toufexis, the actor who portrayed protagonist Adam Jensen, bid farewell to the character in a heartfelt Reddit post. Expressing hope for the franchise's future, Toufexis acknowledged the impact of Jensen on fans and expressed concern over the state of the video game industry, which has seen numerous cancellations and layoffs. The cancellation comes amid financial difficulties for parent company Embracer Group, which acquired Eidos Montreal in 2022.

"Actor Elias Toufexis Laments Video Game Industry's State and Bids Farewell to Adam Jensen"
video-games2 years ago

"Actor Elias Toufexis Laments Video Game Industry's State and Bids Farewell to Adam Jensen"

Voice actor Elias Toufexis, known for his roles in Starfield and Deus Ex, has criticized the video game industry, calling it a "disaster zone" after experiencing the cancellation or rebooting of three projects he was involved in. He expressed concern over the uncertainty in the industry, citing recent high-profile cancellations and studio closures. Despite having multiple projects in the works, Toufexis remains critical of the current state of the industry and has previously spoken out against the rise of AI in voice acting.