Known for contributions to titles like Gears 5, Batman: Arkham Origins, and Star Wars: Hunters, Splash Damage has ended its partnership with Tencent, its former parent company. Though the studio’s name may not ring a bell immediately, its portfolio spans two decades of high-profile collaborations.

According to GamesIndustry.Biz, the separation is confirmed, though Splash Damage has opted to withhold additional details for now. This move follows the abrupt termination of its in-development project, Transformers: Reactive, nearly a year ago, which led to staff reductions. The studio previously stated, “The decision to halt production is disappointing, but parting with valued team members is even harder. Our priority is supporting those affected while forging a resilient path forward for the studio.”

While Splash Damage has not clarified whether the game’s cancellation influenced its exit from Tencent, external factors—such as involvement from licensor Hasbro—may have contributed to the project’s demise.

Having survived over 20 years in a volatile industry, Splash Damage’s independence signals resilience. While the circumstances around its split remain opaque, the studio’s enduring presence offers a silver lining compared to recent shuttering of other veteran developers. Future announcements may shed light on its next chapter.