Arc System Works has formed a capital alliance with AQURIA, the companies announced.
Microsoft's recent decision to shutter several studios under the Bethesda/ZeniMax umbrella.
Nothing but a shilling, apologist article....
*While these closures may come as a blow to the affected teams and the wider gaming community, they reflect Microsoft's commitment to fostering growth and innovation within its gaming ecosystem. By consolidating resources and doubling down on key franchises, Microsoft aims to strengthen its position in an increasingly competitive market.*
*These actions underscore Microsoft's proactive approach to navigating the complexities of the gaming industry and positioning itself for long-term success.*
*As the gaming landscape continues to evolve, fueled by technological advancements and shifting consumer trends, adaptability becomes paramount. Microsoft's decision to prioritize high-impact games signals a recognition of the need to innovate and evolve in response to changing market dynamics.*
*Looking ahead, Microsoft remains committed to delivering compelling gaming experiences, with an impressive lineup of titles on the horizon. From the highly anticipated Starfield Shattered Space to the immersive worlds of Fallout 76 Skyline Valley and The Elder Scrolls Online's Golden Road, the future promises exciting opportunities for gamers worldwide.*
*While the studio closures may represent a challenging moment for those affected, they also herald a new chapter of growth and exploration within the gaming industry. As Microsoft continues to invest in its portfolio of games and expand its reach, the stage is set for a future defined by creativity, innovation, and unforgettable gaming experiences.*
Consolidation isn't innovative. It stifles creativity. Killing jobs is not growth. Concentrating only on the big titles against the smaller titles is the opposite of innovative. Firing individuals who were creative in their craft isn't innovative. Even the smaller indie developers will find it harder to be picked up for game pass because their original IPs aren't well known. Which some of use said for years . Either that or less money offered to the developer as the gold rush of monetary handouts decrease. Any talk about how buying up the industry and restructuring is positive while ignoring that Microsoft could have used those billions to restructure their internal teams without the acquisition, is just ridiculous talk.
The Xbox president idiot could have used this writer when she was getting grilled. The thumbnail is correct.
Square Enix is shifting its strategy to aggressively pursue multiplatform releases and focus on quality over quantity.
Yup, it's official. FFXVI and FFVII Rebirth didn't sell as much as they expected.
Hopefully the next Nintendo system isn't a potato and it can contribute to FF sales in future as well, in addition to PC releases. If this ensures the long term health for SE and franchises than like FF and KH then I'm all for it.
Adding Nintendo and PC customers is the best way to increase sales and long term success. Not going to get that from Xbox.
Please tell me the Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is still coming. I feel like I've been waiting forever for that game.
Another sign that dedicated consoles market is in trouble, while PC seems more and more attractive to big publishers.
Having a good gaming PC and a PS5 myself, given current trend form both Sony and MS I am less and less playing on PS5, waiting for exclusives to release on PC, so I understand the logic behind the new strategy.
Even if Redfall were a good game, the closure of Hi-Fi Rush proves even that doesn't matter in the industry.
Yeah it would have mattered especially since their huge game that year wasn't all that it was cracked up to be remember redfail was almost heavily promoted and hyped not to the level of starfield but still more promoted than the average game.
There was still a decent marketing campaign behind the game I'm sure millions were spent advertising it on websites and I saw a few billboards and bus stop signs in real life
No it wouldn’t matter it wouldn’t bring in enough profit to offset their 100 billion dollar acquisition. It would maybe delay the inevitable by some months.
Pretty much no game in Bethesda stables makes cod numbers instantly even fallout 4 Bethesda's best selling game sold 12 million at launch and over the next 10 years climbed to over 32 which cod would do rapidly
I would f*cking think so. Good games are what draws people to your platform. It’s why I adored the 360 era with Gears of War being one of the highlights for me. You make sh*t games and it just makes your platform that much worse and you start gobbling up studios I like and then killing them off it also makes me hate your platform as well… just sayin’
Unless the game would’ve been War Zone, or Fortnite level. No. Maybe even Hell divers 2 I doubt would’ve been enough.
No it would not have, the ABK deal was great for Microsoft but horrible for Xbox. Over 100 billion dollars in acquisitions. That money has to be made back. That ABK deal essentially destroyed Xbox as we know it.
AQURIA is more a RPG maker according to the article...so the prospect of an rpg that looks like guilty gear strive has me excited.