If true, you can file this under "u" for "unsurprising." According to a report (via GameIndustry.biz) sources from within EA's BioWare studio have claimed that Anthem has been pushed back to 2019, after being announced as a fall 2018 title. The same report claims that BioWare is feeling intense pressure due to events revolving around Mass Effect Andromeda and Star Wars Battlefront II, both of which were notorious for disappointment. Best VPN providers 2020: Learn about ExpressVPN, NordVPN & more

Mass Effect Andromeda launched in a semi-playable state owing to various bugs viciously impacting its gameplay and storytelling. Mass Effect is a legendary series, known for its branching narrative, impactful story decisions, and rich sci-fi worlds. While Andromeda did have really great combat mechanics, the story delivery was underwhelming, and the overall quality felt like a step backward when compared to previous efforts. The studio handling Andromeda was eventually shut down, and folded into other EA studios. And of course, EA hit the negative headlines again with Star Wars Battlefront II due to its aggressive and predatory loot crate mechanics that rewarded richer players with more power in competitive multiplayer modes. The backlash led to the removal of the crates, but the controversy has had a chilling effect on the whole notion of loot crates in games, which has shone a spotlight on Anthem.