WB Games has shut down several studios, including Monolith, Player First Games, and WB San Diego, in a surprise move that will likely have far-reaching consequences for the gaming industry. The studio’s Wonder Woman game, which had been in development for years, is now officially cancelled.
The cancellation of the Wonder Woman game marks a significant blow to fans who were eager to see the Nemesis System, a complex AI system first introduced in Monolith’s Shadow of Mordor series, brought back into the spotlight. The system has been widely praised for its depth and complexity but has struggled to find a home since its inception.
The fate of the Nemesis System remains uncertain as WB Games owns the patent for the concept until 2036, according to Insider Gaming. This means that any publisher or developer looking to use the system will need to pay licensing fees or wait until the patent expires.
WB Games’ shift towards live-service games has been a major point of contention among fans and developers alike. The company’s recent decision to release a live looter shooter, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, resulted in significant financial losses and raised questions about the viability of this business model.
As WB Games continues to navigate this uncertain landscape, fans can’t help but wonder what might have been if the Wonder Woman game had come to fruition. With several high-profile layoffs and shutdowns on the horizon, it’s clear that something needs to change at Warner Bros.’ gaming division.
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Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/paultassi/2025/02/26/with-wonder-woman-axed-wbs-nemesis-system-is-in-jail-for-a-decade