Video Game Developer BioWare Shuts Down, Next 'Mass Effect' Canceled Amid Broader Lay-offs at EA

Electronic Arts (EA) has announced the closure of BioWare, the influential game development studio known for titles like *Mass Effect* and *Dragon Age*, after more than three decades. This decision also leads to the cancellation of the upcoming fifth *Mass Effect* game. The shutdown is part of broader lay-offs at EA, impacting approximately 400 people, including about 50 at BioWare.