Overview

• David Haddad, president of Warner Bros. Games, is stepping down after 12 years, with plans to stay on for three months to oversee the transition to new leadership.
• Haddad's tenure saw successes such as the billion-dollar hit 'Hogwarts Legacy' and the long-running 'Mortal Kombat' franchise, but also challenges like the underperformance of 'Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League.'
• The 2024 release of 'Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League' was a financial disappointment, reportedly losing $200 million and leading to layoffs at developer Rocksteady Studios.
• Warner Bros. Discovery leadership emphasized the timing of Haddad's departure during a lighter release schedule to minimize disruption to ongoing projects and future plans.
• The company plans to focus on leveraging its top intellectual properties, including 'Harry Potter,' 'Mortal Kombat,' and 'Game of Thrones,' while shifting toward live-service and mobile gaming strategies.