Warner Bros Discovery's closure of Monolith Productions has left the innovative Nemesis system from the Middle-earth games in limbo. Patented until 2036, this acclaimed mechanic, where enemies remember player interactions, has only featured in Shadow of Mordor and Shadow of War. Despite its success, Warner Bros has failed to incorporate the system into other titles after its patent in 2016, raising concerns about the future of this unique gameplay element. The developer's cancellation of a Wonder Woman project further compounds the uncertainty surrounding the Nemesis system.
The Nemesis system was a groundbreaking mechanic introduced in the Middle-earth games, allowing enemies to remember past encounters, but now lies unused after studio closures.
While innovative, the patent on the Nemesis system may prevent further development, as Warner Bros Discovery has not utilized the mechanic in any new games post-2017.
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