Transformers: Reactivate canceled, studio scaling down

Transformers: Reactivate has been canceled, developer Splash Damage announced with a statement on X (formerly Twitter) on Jan. 8.

“Today, we have some very difficult news to share,” the statement reads. “The decision has been made to end development of Transformers: Reactivate. This means we will be scaling down to refocus our efforts on other projects. Unfortunately, despite every effort, a number of roles across the studio are now potentially at risk of redundancy.”

Transformers: Reactivate was first revealed at The Game Awards in 2022 with a trailer depicting an apocalyptic attack on a major city by robotic invaders known as the Legion, and a group of humans reviving Bumblebee. The official website describes the game as a “1-4 player online action game” for consoles and PC, but further details have been scarce in the years between its debut and cancellation, in spite of persistent anticipation.

Here’s the full statement from Splash Damage:

Today, we have some very difficult news to share. The decision has been made to end development of Transformers: Reactivate.

This means we will be scaling down to refocus our efforts on other projects. Unfortunately, despite every effort, a number of roles across the studio are now potentially at risk of redundancy.

This decision did not come lightly, and it is a difficult time for the studio and our people. We want to take a moment to thank the team who worked on Transformers for their dedication and passion.

While not being able to see the game through to release is painful, having to say goodbye to friends and colleagues hurts even more. We’re now focused on doing everything we can to support them through this tough period, just as we are committed to caring for those who will stay with us as we build a stronger Splash Damage for the future.

Thank you for your compassion and understanding.