Take-Two Interactive has hired former Perfect Dark leads Darrell Gallagher and Brian Horton to establish a new studio following the cancellation of the Perfect Dark project. The announcement comes as the duo brings over sixty years of AAA game development experience, having worked on major franchises like Tomb Raider and Destiny. While there are currently no details about their upcoming projects, excitement surrounds the potential for new game innovations at this newly formed studio. This move follows a turbulent period for Perfect Dark, which experienced multiple studio collaborations and significant game revisions before its cancellation.

The cancellation of Perfect Dark led to layoffs at The Initiative, leaving the development team to seek new opportunities. The formation of a new studio at Take-Two Interactive gives former leaders Gallagher and Horton a fresh start, potentially allowing them to create innovative projects without the burdens previously faced during the troubled development of Perfect Dark.

Perfect Dark originally gained popularity in the early 2000s as a beloved first-person shooter developed by Rare. As a reboot, the latest iteration aimed to modernize the franchise for new audiences but faced numerous obstacles, including shifts in leadership and project direction. The news of its cancellation has left fans disappointed but hopeful for the future endeavors of its seasoned team now at Take-Two.