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Hasbro reportedly canceled the D&D action game led by Giant Skull and former God of War director Stig Asmussen, with the studio now seeking a new publishing deal; Wizards of the Coast/Hasbro’s other D&D digital projects, including Warlock: D&D and Exodus, remain in development for a 2027 release.
Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast reportedly canceled Giant Skull's big-budget, single-player D&D game led by God of War 3 director Stig Asmussen after a cost reassessment; announced about a year ago, it was scrapped less than a year later, while other Wizards projects like Exodus continue development for 2027.
Wizards of the Coast has terminated its publishing agreement with Giant Skull, canceling a Dungeons & Dragons action-adventure game. Hasbro says it decided not to pursue Giant Skull's early concept but will consider future proposals, and Giant Skull founder Stig Asmussen says talks with Hasbro and others are ongoing. The move comes amid Wizards of the Coast’s broader reorganization, including the closure of Atomic Arcade; Giant Skull is staffed by veterans from EA’s Respawn Studio.
Hasbro's Wizards of the Coast reportedly canceled Stig Asmussen's single-player D&D action-adventure at Giant Skull less than a year after it was announced; Bloomberg says WotC pulled the plug on the early concept, though the studio can still pitch other projects, and Hasbro's broader D&D lineup—exodus, Warlock, and other initiatives—continues underway as part of a large push into video games.
Wizards of the Coast has announced an exclusive publishing deal with Giant Skull, led by Stig Asmussen, to develop new story-driven, action-adventure Dungeons & Dragons games, starting with a single-player title for PC and consoles, with more details to be revealed later.
Wizards of the Coast has announced a publishing agreement with Giant Skull to develop a new single-player action-adventure game set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe, with additional D&D-based projects in development across various studios, emphasizing their focus on digital gaming and storytelling.
Wizards of the Coast is developing a new single-player 'Dungeons & Dragons' action-adventure game with Giant Skull, marking a shift from their previous 'Baldur's Gate' franchise, and expanding their digital gaming portfolio with several upcoming titles.
Stig Asmussen, director of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, has founded a new AAA studio called Giant Skull, dedicated to creating gameplay-driven, story-immersed action-adventure games set in captivating worlds. The studio, which includes veterans from Respawn Entertainment, Rocksteady Studios, and other major developers, is currently working on a triple-A single-player action-adventure game using Unreal Engine 5.
Stig Asmussen, the game director of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, has announced the formation of his new studio, Giant Skull, which aims to create a premium AAA narrative-driven single-player action-adventure game. The studio, based in Los Angeles, currently consists of around 30 people, many of whom are veterans of Star Wars Jedi and Fortnite, and offers flexible work arrangements. While the studio has secured significant funding, it remains open to partnership opportunities with global publishers. Asmussen hinted at the possibility of developing an original IP for their first game but did not rule out the potential for a licensed game.
Stig Asmussen, the director of the Star Wars Jedi series, has formed a new AAA game studio called Giant Skull, focused on creating gameplay-driven, story-immersed action-adventure games. The studio's first game will be a single-player focused action-adventure utilizing Unreal Engine 5. Asmussen has assembled a talented team with experience from games like Fortnite and League of Legends, aiming to create a rich universe for players to immerse themselves in for years to come.
Stig Asmussen, known for Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, has formed a new AAA game studio called Giant Skull, focusing on single player, story-driven action-adventure games. The team includes veterans from Respawn and Fortnite, and is funded by private investors with a focus on creative freedom and independence. Asmussen emphasizes the importance of making successful games with a lean team and is open to remote work, aiming to create a supportive environment for developers during challenging times in the industry.
Stig Asmussen, former director of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, has founded a new triple-A studio called Giant Skull, focused on creating action-adventure games. The studio, headquartered in Los Angeles, aims to develop immersive storytelling and captivating worlds, with a talented team including industry veterans from games like Fortnite and God of War. Their first project is a single-player-focused action-adventure game built in Unreal Engine 5.