What BioWare's Closure Means for RPG and MMO Players
The closure ends a storied RPG studio and leaves players wondering about the future of its franchises and the MMO genre.
The closure ends a storied RPG studio and leaves players wondering about the future of its franchises and the MMO genre.
Key points - EA's new owners are shuttering BioWare, the RPG studio behind Mass Effect and Dragon Age. - MMORPG players had been bracing for the move since Star Wars: The Old Republic moved to Broadsword. - The news was not a shock to many players who saw warning signs beforehand. - BioWare's closure marks the end of a studio known for story-driven RPGs.
Timeline - Before this week: Star Wars: The Old Republic is shuffled from BioWare to Broadsword. - This week: EA's new owners announce the closure of BioWare.
FAQ
Q: Is BioWare really closing? A: Yes, EA's new owners are shuttering the studio, according to this week's news.
Q: What happens to Star Wars: The Old Republic? A: SWTOR was already moved to Broadsword before the closure announcement, so it is no longer under BioWare.
Q: Why did players see this coming? A: The transfer of SWTOR to Broadsword was seen as a major sign that BioWare's role was shrinking.
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