Perfect Dark Reboot Almost Got A Second Chance At Take-Two--Report

The article discusses the cancellation of the "Perfect Dark" reboot and its near revival through a deal with Take-Two. The key points are: 1. The "Perfect Dark" reboot, developed by The Initiative and Crystal Dynamics, was canceled in July 2023 amid layoffs at Microsoft. 2. After the cancellation, Crystal Dynamics' parent company, Embracer Group, looked for a publisher, and recently negotiated with Take-Two to continue the development and publish the game. 3. However, the deal with Take-Two fell apart, partially due to disagreements over the long-term ownership of the "Perfect Dark" franchise, which still belongs to Microsoft. 4. The cancellation of the "Perfect Dark" reboot was part of a broader wave of game cancellations at Microsoft, including a new MMORPG from ZeniMax Online and Rare's "Everwild." 5. The article notes that the cancellation of "Perfect Dark" and other games was a result of Microsoft's decision to reduce its workforce by around 4%, or 9,000 people.