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Say it ain't so!
This hasn't actually been confirmed yet, but rumors have been flying that Microsoft will be shutting down Ensemble Studios following the release of Halo Wars next year. According to Shacknews, which was the first to report the story, there have been reports from multiple independent sources that state that anyone not involved with the development of Halo Wars at Ensemble has been "laid off", while those involved have been offered "incentives to stay" until the release of the title next year.
More on this as it develops, hopefully we won't have confirmation for you soon and this will all turn out to be a bad dream. Hang in there.
Update:
It's been confirmed, let's hope this doesn't adversely affect Halo Wars' development. :-(
News Source | Back to main | Posted by Mr Sprout | Last updated September 10th.