BioShock 4 – Studio Head "Ousted" After "Failed" Review And Everything Else We Know

Here is a 200-word summary of the key points from the news article: The next entry in the BioShock video game franchise, tentatively referred to as BioShock 4, is currently in development at a new studio called Cloud Chamber. However, the game's development has faced some challenges. Notably, the series creator Ken Levine is not directly involved with BioShock 4. Instead, the game is being led by veteran game developer Kelley Gilmore. However, recent reports indicate that Gilmore has been "ousted" from her role as global studio head following a "failed" review of the game by 2K Games executives. Additionally, a planned remake of the original BioShock game has been canceled. While details about BioShock 4's story, setting, and characters remain scarce, the game is expected to use Unreal Engine 5 and release on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms, like previous entries. The BioShock series is known for its rich narratives and critical acclaim, with the franchise having sold over 43 million copies to date. Separately, a BioShock movie adaptation is also in development at Netflix, with Francis Lawrence attached to direct. The film has undergone some changes, but it remains in the works. Overall, the future of the BioShock franchise appears to be in flux, with the next mainline entry facing some internal challenges during its development.