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Contraband was initially announced in 2021 and had faced speculation about potential delays. After its announcement, there was no further official information until recent months. Totilo suggests that Contraband might be officially canceled, based on its initial trailer being set to “Private” on the official Xbox YouTube channel during layoffs.
Avalanche Studios’ CEO previously noted that working with Xbox made sense for a project of Contraband’s scale and grandeur. However, given Microsoft’s history of canceling projects, it seems unlikely that Contraband will see release anytime soon.
In an update published by Avalanche Studios on their official website, the studio confirmed that development has been paused while they evaluate the game’s future. They expressed gratitude for community support but did not provide a timeline for further updates.
Totilo adds that there are no more layoffs expected in Xbox’s publishing division, and hopes Avalanche Studios can move forward without losing team members. The fate of Contraband remains uncertain, though it appears unlikely to reach players anytime soon.
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