Embracer layoffs, Nintendo's patent problem, and is Baby Steps an Uncharted sequel? - Patch Notes #46
Several game development studios have announced layoffs and closures, including Embracer Group's Eidos Montreal and Ivy Road. Shinji Mikami has founded a new studio, Unbound Inc., with Shift Up. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is performing well at the box office, while Nintendo's patent for a sub-character combat mechanic has been rejected. Rec Room is shutting down due to profitability issues, and VR developer Polyarc has also made layoffs.
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- Entities
- Minecraft
- VR Industry
- Polyarc
- Ivy Road
- Super Mario Galaxy
- Layoffs
- Baby Steps
- VR
- Unbound Inc
- Uncharted
- Shift Up
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Studio Closures
- Gone Home
- Shinji Mikami
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