The gaming industry is buzzing with news of a significant shift as two key figures from the now defunct Perfect Dark project find a new creative haven. Following the closure of The Initiative, its head Darrell Gallagher and director Brian Horton are heading to 2K, a subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive, to establish a brand new studio.
New Beginnings at 2K
Reports suggest that Gallagher and Horton, who were instrumental in the Perfect Dark project, have now joined 2K. This move marks the start of an exciting chapter, although details about their upcoming projects remain under wraps. It is also yet to be revealed if any other members from the Perfect Dark team have accompanied them to this new venture.
With a combined six decades of AAA game-making experience across franchises like Tomb Raider, Call of Duty, Destiny, Marvel’s Spider-Man, Hitman, Deus Ex, and more, we’re thrilled to confirm Darrell Gallagher and Brian Horton have joined 2K for their next all-new venture. We don’t have additional details to share at this time, but look forward to sharing updates on their work in the future.
Aftermath of Perfect Dark’s Cancelation
This development comes in the wake of Xbox discontinuing Perfect Dark earlier this year, amid a broader wave of layoffs that deeply impacted the gaming division. The ambitious project had already faced a series of setbacks, with numerous studios being involved and frequent changes in direction as the team attempted to refine the game’s vision.
Closure of The Initiative signaled a dramatic end for the project. Crystal Dynamics, another studio on the project, also faced significant consequences as they had been engaged in efforts to salvage the game. Despite attempts to secure a deal with publishers, including interest from Take-Two Interactive, these negotiations ultimately fell apart, leading to layoffs within Crystal Dynamics across several phases this year.