Marvel’s Blade has finally entered full production, according to a financial document from developer Arkane Lyon. The superhero game, announced at The Game Awards 2023, only began its production phase in late 2024 after successful prototype validation.
Development Timeline at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Announcement | The Game Awards 2023 |
| Developer | Arkane Lyon |
| Production Start | Late 2024 |
| Engine | Void Engine (proprietary) |
| Estimated Release | 2026-2027 |
| Development Status | Full production |
What We Know So Far
Arkane Lyon, the studio behind acclaimed titles like Dishonored and Deathloop, is developing Marvel’s Blade using their proprietary Void Engine. This makes them one of the few major studios still committed to custom technology rather than switching to Unreal Engine 5.
The revelation comes from Arkane Lyon’s 2024 financial document, which states that “the production phase of the AAA game project was able to begin at the end of 2024, following prototype validation.”
Why This Matters for Marvel Fans
With Marvel’s Blade being the only triple-A project currently in development at Arkane Lyon, all studio resources are focused on delivering a premium vampire-hunting experience. The game represents a significant departure from the studio’s previous steampunk and sci-fi settings into the supernatural Marvel universe.
Release Window Predictions
Given typical AAA development cycles and the fact that Deathloop launched in September 2021, industry experts estimate Marvel’s Blade will likely release between 2026 and 2027. The later date seems more probable considering the game just entered full production.
Studio Focus After Closures
This development update comes after Microsoft shut down Arkane Austin and several other Bethesda studios last year. The closure has left Arkane Lyon as the sole Arkane studio, making Marvel’s Blade their flagship project.
The extended prototype phase suggests Arkane Lyon has been carefully crafting the game’s core mechanics and vision before committing to full-scale production—a positive sign for quality-focused development.
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Fans will have to wait patiently for the next official reveal, but knowing the game has moved beyond prototyping into active production is encouraging news for those anticipating Arkane’s take on the iconic vampire hunter.
FAQs
When will Marvel’s Blade be released?
Based on typical AAA development timelines, expect a release between 2026-2027, likely in 2027.
Which platforms will Marvel’s Blade be available on?
Platform details haven’t been officially announced yet by Arkane Lyon or Microsoft.
