With Krafton taking over, what’s next for Hi-Fi Rush? New updates could bring a lot of AI-generated content
Hi-Fi Rush was acquired by Krafton after Tango Gameworks was shut down, but recent events have put the publisher’s reputation in question. Now everyone’s wondering how much they’ll use AI in the game.
video games
Olga Racinowska
November 14, 2025
EA reassures employees after acquisition, but analysts are under no illusions: company will sell its smaller brands to pay off debt
According to analysts, the acquisition of Electronic Arts will result in big layoffs. However, it's also possible that the publisher will try to sell some of its studios and franchises.
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Adrian Werner
October 2, 2025
Ubisoft sold the rights to 5 games. New owner is looking for ways to further develop these series
Ubisoft has sold the rights to five of its games to Atari. We may live to see their remastered versions.
video games
Martin Bukowski
August 27, 2025
StarCraft's future may take an unexpected turn. Several big companies are interested in Blizzard's iconic brand
According to reports, there is fierce competition for the future of StarCraft. Four major developers from Korea reportedly want to develop a new game.
video games
Martin Bukowski
March 31, 2025
Hi-Fi Rush Devs Have Been Rescued. They Were Brought by the Publisher of PUBG
Tango Gameworks is alive after all. The developers of Hi-Fi Rush have been acquired along with their brand by Krafton (PUBG) to provide players with more „fresh and exciting experiences”.
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Jacob Blazewicz
August 12, 2024
After Success of Alan Wake 2, Remedy Has Full Rights To Control Brand
Remedy Entertainment studio has purchased the rights to the Control brand from 505 Games. The Finnish studio now has full distribution rights to the Control 2 and Condor franchise.
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Zuzanna Domeradzka
February 29, 2024
Lord of the Rings is 'One of the Biggest Gaming IPs in the World'; Embracer has Plan
Swedish media giant Embracer Group has announced major changes in the structure of future projects. The core of the corporation is to become products based on the Lord of the Rings brand.
video games
Adam Celarek
June 13, 2023
MicroProse Reclaimed Falcon and Has No Intention of Giving It Up Again
Reactivated in 2019, MicroProse has announced that it has reacquired the rights to the Falcon flight simulator. The developers also announced the development of the iconic brand.
video games
Kamil Kleszyk
May 4, 2023
Tomb Raider on Lease; Amazon Ready to Pay (Rumor)
Apparently, Amazon is not satisfied with its role as publisher of the latest Tomb Raider. The overseas giant intends to lease the brand. This is suggested by the latest rumor.
video games
Jakub Tarchala
February 1, 2023
Tomb Raider, Deus Ex and Thief Return to Crystal Dynamics and Eidos Montreal
Crystal Dynamics and Eidos Montreal have officially taken control of the Tomb Raider, Deus Ex and Thief brands. Until recently, they were managed by Square Enix.
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Kamil Kleszyk
September 8, 2022
Square Enix Won't Abandon Just Cause, Life Is Strange and Outriders Brands
Despite selling its western studios to Embracer Group, Square Enix does not intend to limit itself to Japanese productions and will continue to develop brands such as Just Cause, Life is Strange and Outriders.
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Adrian Werner
May 3, 2022
Deus Ex and Tomb Raider Acquired Along With Creators by Embracer Group
Embracer Group bought out Crystal Dynamics, Eidos-Montreal and Square Enix Montreal studios and a number of popular IPs from Square Enix, including Deus Ex, Tomb Raider and Legacy of Kain.
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Adrian Werner
May 2, 2022
Devs Waived Royalties From Ghostrunner Sales
505 Games has become the exclusive owner of the rights to the Ghostrunner brand. The publisher has paid One More Level and All In! Games for waiving royalties from sales of the game.
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Adrian Werner
April 29, 2022
Puzzle Game Wordle Acquired for a Hefty Amount of Money
The wildly popular word puzzle game Wordle has been acquired by The New York Times for a seven-figure amount.
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Adrian Werner
February 1, 2022
Hexen, Guitar Hero, King's Quest - Xbox Boss Wants to Resurrect Old Activision IPs
Phil Spencer gave an interview in which he revealed that Microsoft intends to resurrect Activision's old IPs. Among the candidates to return to the market are the Hexen, Guitar Hero and King's Quest series.
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Adrian Werner
January 21, 2022
We Created Ultimate List of Activision Blizzard Brands to be Acquired by Microsoft
We took a look at the Activision and Blizzard brands that will soon become Microsoft's property. Their number is impressive.
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Michael Zegar
January 19, 2022
Conan and a Dozen Other IPs Go to Funcom After Cabinet Group Acquisition
Funcom has acquired Cabinet Group along with its IPs, including Conan the Barbarian. The developers have already announced a video game crossover of the newly acquired IPs. The game is to be inspired by Fortnite.
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Michael Zegar
September 14, 2021
Crytek May be Acquired by Tencent; Concerns of Espionage Appear
Tencent is said to be preparing to acquire Crytek. This would be a controversial move, as the team also develops technology for military simulators, so there are fears that it could be used by China to spy on the NATO countries.
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Adrian Werner
July 14, 2021
Ghostrunner Sold to 505 Games
505 Games has acquired the rights to Ghostrunner, last year's cyberpunk action game from Polish team at One More Level, for €5 million.
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Adrian Werner
March 31, 2021
Huawei Sells Honor Sub-brand
Recent rumors have suggested the sale of the Honor sub-brand by Huawei. Today, reports have been confirmed.
Tech
Bartlomiej Sagan
November 17, 2020