In a surprising turn of events, Romero Games has publicly denied rumors of its closure following significant funding cuts from a publisher, identified as Microsoft. The studio, founded by gaming legends John and Brenda Romero, confirmed that while its unannounced first-person shooter project has been canceled, it remains operational and is exploring new publishing opportunities. The studio’s statement emphasized that it has been approached by several publishers interested in reviving the project, indicating a potential lifeline for the team.