It Looks Like Eidos-Montréal Cancelled A Legacy Of Kain Reboot

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Eidos-Montréal has reportedly cancelled a "Dark Fantasy ARPG" aimed at reviving a vampire IP, likely the Legacy of Kain series, which emphasized melee combat and parkour. This cancellation follows recent layoffs at the studio. Additionally, a "Sci-Fi Stealth Game," potentially a new Deus Ex title, has also been cancelled, along with a "Modern Point & Click with turn-based combat." The status of a 3v3 competitive esports title remains unclear.

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Eidos-Montreal reportedly had a project for a Legacy of Kain or Soul Reaver reboot that has been cancelled. A former employee's CV indicated it was a "dark fantasy action RPG" aimed at reviving a vampire IP. Eidos-Montreal, owned by Embracer Group, recently released remasters of Soul Reaver 1 & 2. The studio has also faced layoffs and had pitched a new Deus Ex title earlier this year, which did not attract publisher interest.

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Eidos-Montréal has cancelled a second attempt at a Legacy Of Kain reboot amid layoffs affecting approximately a dozen employees. The studio, now primarily a support team for other projects, has not released major titles since being acquired by Embracer Group in 2022. Reports indicate multiple cancelled projects, including a new Deus Ex. Eidos-Montréal's struggles mirror those of Crystal Dynamics, which is also facing challenges with its upcoming Tomb Raider game.