Mass Effect and Dragon Age Rights: What EA's BioWare Closure…
Players may never see new entries in the Mass Effect or Dragon Age series unless EA sells the IPs, leaving beloved franchises in limbo. The closure also signals further consolidation in the gaming ind…
Players may never see new entries in the Mass Effect or Dragon Age series unless EA sells the IPs, leaving beloved franchises in limbo. The closure also signals further consolidation in the gaming ind…
Key points - EA announced the closure of BioWare in a restructuring statement on October 21. - Mark Darrah, former BioWare Executive Producer, said EA might sell or bury dormant IPs. - EA owns all BioWare IPs, including Mass Effect, Dragon Age, and Jade Empire. - EA was acquired by a private investor consortium for $55 billion in August. - Fans have suggested CD Projekt Red as a potential buyer for BioWare's IPs.
Timeline - August: EA acquired by a consortium of private investors for $55 billion. - October 21: EA announces restructuring, including closure of BioWare and its Edmonton workspace. - After closure announcement: Mark Darrah shares thoughts on YouTube about the future of BioWare's IPs.
FAQ
Q: Will EA sell Mass Effect and Dragon Age? A: Mark Darrah says it's possible but not certain. EA might sell the IPs or bury them. He notes EA is currently in cost control mode, so any sale would likely wait.
Q: Who owns Mass Effect and Dragon Age now? A: EA owns all BioWare IPs, including Mass Effect, Dragon Age, and Jade Empire, as BioWare is 100% owned by EA.
Q: Is Mass Effect 5 cancelled? A: EA stated it decided not to move forward with early-development for Mass Effect, leading to BioWare's closure. The future of Mass Effect 5 is uncertain.
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