It appears that Hitman will live on despite publisher Square Enix parting ways with developer IO Interactive.
GameSpot reports the publisher used a recent investor briefing to confirm it will continue on with Hitman.
“Because the firm is engaged in the development of Hitman and other renowned titles, we are negotiating with prospective external investors capable of ensuring that these titles carry on,” Square Enix President, Yosuke Matsuda, said.
It’s likely Matsuda was referring to IO Interactive’s Kane & Lynch franchise when speaking of “other renowned titles”.
Square Enix announced it was withdrawing from IO Interactive earlier this month.
“To maximize player satisfaction as well as market potential going forward, we are focusing our resources and energies on key franchises and studios,” Square Enix said, explaining the situation.
We’ll have more on the fate of Hitman as it’s made available.
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