The development team behind Marvel Rivals has reportedly been laid off, according to insider sources. The sudden layoffs have sparked concerns about the game’s future and whether NetEase will continue development or cancel the project altogether.
What Happened to the Marvel Rivals Team?
Reports indicate that NetEase has dismissed key developers working on Marvel Rivals. While the company has yet to make an official statement, multiple sources claim that the layoffs affected a significant portion of the team. The game director Thaddeus Sasser took to LinkedIn to reveal the news on Tuesday afternoon.
This news comes as a surprise, given that Marvel Rivals was shaping up to be a promising multiplayer experience. Fans were excited to see Marvel’s heroes and villains battle it out in a team-based shooter format similar to Overwatch.
What This Means for Marvel Rivals
With the development team gone, the fate of Marvel Rivals is uncertain. NetEase may either:
- Transfer the project to another team
- Put the game on hold
- Cancel the game entirely
If the game is still in early development, the chances of cancellation increase. However, if significant progress had been made, NetEase might look for alternative solutions.
Fans React to the Layoffs
Marvel fans and gamers have taken to social media to express their disappointment. Many were looking forward to a fresh take on superhero multiplayer battles, and these layoffs raise doubts about whether Marvel Rivals will ever see a full release.
Final Thoughts
Until NetEase makes an official announcement, the future of the game remains unclear. Fans will have to wait for updates on whether the game will survive these layoffs or become another canceled project.
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