Warner Bros. Axes Wonder Woman Game and Shuts Down Studios

Warner Bros. has announced the cancellation of the highly anticipated Wonder Woman video game and the closure of three development studios including Monolith Productions and Player First Games. The decision aligns with a strategic shift towards focusing on core franchises such as Harry Potter and Mortal Kombat, according to the company's statement. This restructuring comes in the wake of disappointing outcomes from other recent games like Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League and the recently closed MultiVersus. Monolith Productions, acclaimed for titles like Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor and Shadow of War, had aimed to craft an exceptional experience for fans, but the project is now scrapped, following a series of leadership changes and layoffs within WB Games.

The cancellation of the Wonder Woman video game was due to Warner Bros. restructuring its game development strategy, prioritizing profits and focusing on key franchises over their previously planned projects.

Wonder Woman is part of the DC universe, known for its rich mythology and iconic characters. The upcoming game was set to leverage Monolith Productions' expertise in action-adventure gaming, notably demonstrated through the acclaimed Nemesis system in Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor. This cancellation represents a significant setback for the DC gaming portfolio, which has already faced challenges in recent years.