Monolith Productions Shuttered, Future of Nemesis System Uncertain

The studio behind Shadow of Mordor's groundbreaking AI feature closes after WB cancels its Wonder Woman project.

Monolith Productions, the creators of the Nemesis System, was closed by WB Games in early 2025 after 30 years in operation.
The Nemesis System, introduced in 2014's Shadow of Mordor, was designed to combat second-hand game sales by enhancing replayability.
WB Games initially developed the system as a response to revenue losses observed after Batman: Arkham Asylum's release in 2009.
The studio's planned Wonder Woman game, which would have incorporated the Nemesis System, was canceled prior to its closure.
The Nemesis System remains under patent protection until 2036, leaving its application in future games uncertain.