With digital distribution channels like XBLA and PSN, I felt there was a chance, if done right, to re-invigorate the series. It was something I personally pushed for in the company, despite the crowded fighting game market. ' A special note goes to the fans demanding a return of the Bloody Roar series. Writing on his own blog, Morgan Haro, former Hudson Entertainment Manager, left, in August 2011, a note explaining the situation for the Bloody Roar series after the Hudson Entertainment shut down: Waiting for sponsors to promote their new game for the next generation consoles but lacking financial push and marketing. On February 9, 2011, It was revealed that a new Bloody Roar sequel was in production, but after Hudson Entertainment closed down, it was canceled. Only three days later, the ruse is exposed when the account tweeted what was supposed to be the first image, but was actually an image stating 'You all been trolled!', revealing it was a fake Twitter account. At the time, the info was relayed by various video-game media. On October 1st, 2011 Hudson Soft announces via Twitter the debut of the production of Bloody Roar 5. 2 Project abandoned as Hudson close U.S.
