Fans of Marvel’s upcoming video games are facing disappointing news this week. Both Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, the highly anticipated title starring Captain America and Black Panther, and the standalone Black Panther game from Electronic Arts have hit major roadblocks.
Developed by Skydance New Media and led by former Uncharted creative director Amy Hennig, Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra is still officially listed for release in 2026 on Marvel’s website. However, some industry sources suggest the game may be experiencing internal delays beyond the initially expected launch window. Set during World War II, the game promises to unite Captain America and T’Challa’s grandfather, Azzuri, in a cinematic, story-driven adventure against Hydra. Despite the excitement surrounding its announcement, these reports have raised questions about potential challenges behind the scenes.
Meanwhile, Electronic Arts has cancelled its separate Black Panther project, which was in development at Cliffhanger Games. The studio has been shut down entirely, ending the project before it reached full production. The cancellation reportedly follows EA’s ongoing cost cutting and restructuring efforts across its game studios.
These developments come at a time when Marvel Games is trying to expand its presence beyond the Spider-Man series. With one title delayed beyond expectations and another cancelled, fans are left wondering about the future of Marvel’s larger gaming universe. Still, Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra remains active on Marvel’s official page, meaning there is hope the ambitious project will eventually see daylight. For now, though, the wait for the next great Marvel adventure continues.
