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Microsoft Signals Intention to Close Down Ninja Theory After Deals to Save the Hellblade Developer Fall Through

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Ninja Theory
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Ninja Theory
Role · Developer / Publisher
Active · 2007–2024
Latest · Senua's Saga: Hellblade II
Top genres · adventure, hack_and_slash, indie
382 articles 149 writers 10 games
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Active · 1982–2025
Latest · Marvel Cosmic Invasion
Top genres · fps, simulation, strategy
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