Maxis Head Leaves Studio After 23 Years

Lucy Bradshaw departs from the studio; Rachel Franklin named new head.

Posted By | On 25th, Sep. 2015

Lucy Bradshaw_EA

Maxis, the studio that brought us The Sims franchise, has a new studio head in Rachel Franklin. This is after former studio head Lucy Bradshaw recently left, having spent 23 years at the developer and taking over for Will Wright when he left in 2009.

EA Andrew Wilson said in a statement (via Games Industry International) that, “Through 23 years with our company, Lucy has brought an incredible passion for games and our player community.

“I want to thank Lucy for her dedication to EA, her contributions to Maxis, and the creative spirit she infused in every one of her teams and projects. We wish her the best as she takes on her next adventure.”

Though Maxis has been moved to EA’s mobile label, it will continue work on The Sims 4 and other games. What are your thoughts on Bradshaw leaving especially after being with the studio for so long? Let us know in the comments below.


Tagged With: ,

Amazing Articles You Might Want To Check Out!

Share Your Thoughts Below  (Always follow our comments policy!)



Keep On Reading!

V Rising Launches for PS5 on June 11

V Rising Launches for PS5 on June 11

Stunlock Studios has confirmed a PS5 launch date for its acclaimed action RPG survival game with a new trailer...

Larian Studios Opens New Studio in Warsaw

Larian Studios Opens New Studio in Warsaw

With "two very ambitious RPGs" starting development, Larian has opened its seventh studio and is currently see...

Assassin’s Creed Shadows – 16 Brand New Things You Need to Know

Assassin’s Creed Shadows – 16 Brand New Things You Need to Know

Here's everything you need to know about the next Assassin's Creed, which launches on November 15th for Xbox S...

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Finishes Filming and Recording; Now in “Adjustment Phase”, Says Kojima

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Finishes Filming and Recording; Now in “Adjustment Phase”, Says Kojima

The "adjustment phase" for the upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive will last for roughly a year, per director Hid...

Die by the Blade Review – A Dull Blade

Die by the Blade Review – A Dull Blade

A simple and straightforward 1v1 samurai game.

Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut PC Review – Peace Doesn’t Always Come Quietly

Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut PC Review – Peace Doesn’t Always Come Quietly

Ghost of Tsushima has made its debut on PC, and here's how well it holds up.