Star Wars game cancelled as EA cuts 670 jobs

Electronic Arts (EA) has announced that it is cancelling its upcoming Star Wars game and cutting 670 jobs in a major restructuring effort. The game, codenamed “Project Orca,” was in development at EA Vancouver and was expected to be a major release for the gaming company.

The decision to cancel the game and lay off employees comes as part of a broader effort by EA to streamline its operations and focus on core franchises. The company has faced criticism in recent years for its handling of the Star Wars license, with several high-profile cancellations and controversies surrounding in-game microtransactions.

EA’s CEO, Andrew Wilson, acknowledged the difficult decision in a statement, saying, “We’re making deliberate moves to better deliver on our commitments, refine our organization and meet the needs of our players.” The company is also planning to refocus its efforts on live services and mobile games, which have proven to be more profitable in recent years.

Despite the cancellation of “Project Orca,” EA still retains the rights to develop Star Wars games, and the company has indicated that it will continue to work on other projects within the franchise. However, the future of Star Wars gaming under EA remains uncertain as the company navigates this period of transition.