What BioWare's Closure Means for Future Mass Effect and Drag…
For players, the future of Mass Effect and Dragon Age is now uncertain—the franchises could be sold to a new owner or disappear entirely. The closure also adds to growing instability in the game indus…
For players, the future of Mass Effect and Dragon Age is now uncertain—the franchises could be sold to a new owner or disappear entirely. The closure also adds to growing instability in the game indus…
Key points - BioWare is closing down, affecting development on Mass Effect 5 and other projects. - Mark Darrah, former BioWare producer, says EA might sell or bury Mass Effect and Dragon Age IPs. - EA is carrying $20 billion in debt after being acquired by a conglomerate including Saudi Arabia's PIF. - Recent BioWare games like Mass Effect: Andromeda, Anthem, and Dragon Age: The Veilguard underperformed.
Timeline - Yesterday: BioWare announces it is closing down. - Recently: Mark Darrah releases YouTube video discussing fate of BioWare IPs. - Two years ago: Dragon Age: The Veilguard launches to poor reception.
FAQ
Q: Will Mass Effect 5 still be released? A: With BioWare closing, development on Mass Effect 5 is affected. EA has not announced any plans to continue the project at another studio.
Q: Could another studio buy Mass Effect or Dragon Age? A: Mark Darrah says it's possible EA might sell the IPs, but equally likely they could shelve them indefinitely. No official plans have been announced.
Q: Why is EA in debt? A: EA was acquired by a conglomerate that includes Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, leaving the company with $20 billion in debt.
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