Despite praising the Liverpool studio, parent company Activision has stated that “the fundamentals of the racing genre have changed significantly” and that “broader economic factors” are to blame for the closure. It is speculated that 200 jobs could be lost as a result.

 

"Bizarre is a very talented team of developers, however, because of the broader economic factors impacting the market, we are exploring our options regarding the future of the studio, including a potential sale of the business."

 

And let’s face it, all those mediocre Blood Stone reviews can’t have helped.

 

Activision considering Bizarre sell-off - Develop