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Star Wars: Battlefront 3 reportedly in the works at Respawn and Dice in the wake of EA's BioWare shutdown
Respawn Entertainment and DICE are reportedly collaborating on a revival of Star Wars: Battlefront 3, following EA's closure of BioWare. While EA plans to continue investing in Apex Legends and upcoming Star Wars Jedi and Iron Man titles, the Battlefront 3 project is still in its early stages with few details available. The game is expected to follow the arcade-style shooter format of its predecessors.
EA’s New Mass Effect Game Is Being Canceled for a Heartbreaking Reason
Electronic Arts is shutting down its BioWare studio and cutting 400 jobs as part of a cost-reduction strategy, leading to the cancellation of the next Mass Effect game. This move, affecting 50 BioWare employees, comes after previous underperforming titles like Mass Effect: Andromeda and Anthem, and a recent sales shortfall for Dragon Age: The Veilguard. EA is also canceling The Sims' Project Lotus, shifting focus to Project Evergreen, while continuing support for franchises like Apex Legends and Battlefield.
EA lägger ner Bioware och skrotar nästa Mass Effect
Electronic Arts is closing BioWare, the studio behind Mass Effect and Dragon Age, resulting in approximately 400 job losses. Development on the next Mass Effect title has been canceled, and the Edmonton office will be shut down. EA will instead focus resources on its successful live service games like Battlefield and Apex Legends, as well as upcoming titles like Marvel's Iron Man and the next Star Wars Jedi game.
EA Is Closing BioWare And Cancelling The Next Mass Effect, 400 Layoffs Announced
Electronic Arts is closing the renowned BioWare studio and cancelling the next Mass Effect game, impacting approximately 400 employees across the publisher. This decision marks the end of an era for one of gaming's most recognizable development houses after over three decades.
Star Wars Battlefront 3 Reportedly In Development By EA’s Top Shooter Studios
Electronic Arts is reportedly developing Star Wars Battlefront 3, with Apex Legends studio Respawn Entertainment and Battlefield developer DICE collaborating on the project. This news comes amidst EA's restructuring, which includes layoffs and the closure of BioWare. The publisher mentioned that learnings from Battlefield's live service launch will inform future shooter portfolio growth.
EA cancels unannounced The Sims project, trims the Skate team and plans to lay off 400 workers: "We're the number one publisher in Western HD gaming"
Electronic Arts has announced significant changes, including the closure of BioWare's studio, the cancellation of an unannounced Sims title, and the reduction of the Skate development team, resulting in approximately 400 job cuts. The company cited industry changes and increased competition as reasons for these difficult decisions.
EA closes Mass Effect, Dragon Age creator BioWare after 30 years of game development
Electronic Arts has announced the closure of BioWare, the acclaimed studio behind Mass Effect and Dragon Age, after 30 years of development. The closure is accompanied by significant layoffs across EA, including 50 employees at BioWare working on a new Mass Effect title, which has now been canceled. This decision follows a recent acquisition of EA and a strategic review of the company's portfolio.
The Internet Reacts to the Cancellation of Mass Effect 5 and the Death of BioWare
The internet is reacting with dismay and anger to the reported cancellation of Mass Effect 5 and the perceived decline of BioWare. Many fans express deep disappointment and concern for the future of the studio.
With BioWare dead, EA lays out its 'next chapter,' and it's pretty much as predicted: Guns and football are fine, and everything else is under the microscope
Following the closure of BioWare, Electronic Arts has announced a strategic shift focusing on its largest franchises like Battlefield, Apex Legends, and EA Sports FC, while reducing the scope of other projects. The company is pausing 'Project Lotus,' pausing development on the early-stage Mass Effect game, and cutting the Skate team, leading to significant layoffs and a negative sentiment towards the studio's future.
DICE and Respawn are working on a new shooter, reportedly Star Wars Battlefront 3
Electronic Arts has confirmed that DICE and Respawn Entertainment are collaborating on a new shooter, widely reported to be Star Wars Battlefront 3. This announcement comes alongside news of BioWare's shutdown and the cancellation of the next Mass Effect game.
EA Kills BioWare, Cancels New Mass Effect, Pauses New Sims Game, And All The Other Big EA News That Just Happened
Electronic Arts has confirmed significant layoffs impacting approximately 400 employees and has canceled the next Mass Effect game, leading to the closure of the BioWare studio. Additionally, a new Sims game has been paused, and the Skate title is being scaled back. These changes follow EA's recent $55 billion leveraged buyout by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, with the company aiming to reduce costs and streamline development.
BioWare is closing down and Mass Effect 5 is cancelled, months after Saudi Arabia's $55bn EA buyout
BioWare, the acclaimed RPG developer behind titles like Mass Effect and Dragon Age, is closing down, with its in-development Mass Effect 5 project also cancelled. This surprising decision comes just months after its parent company, Electronic Arts, was acquired by a consortium including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. The closure marks the end of an era for the studio, which has been a prominent name in the industry for over three decades.
Electronic Arts (EA) to close BioWare & lay off 400 employees
Electronic Arts is shutting down BioWare, the studio behind Mass Effect and Dragon Age, resulting in the cancellation of the next Mass Effect game and the layoff of approximately 400 employees. While Dragon Age: The Veilguard received a mixed review, the closure is a significant event for the company and its staff.
Electronic Arts Shuts Down BioWare, Cancels the New Mass Effect, and Cuts 400 Jobs
Electronic Arts has announced significant cuts, including the closure of BioWare and the cancellation of the new Mass Effect game. The company is also laying off approximately 400 employees as part of a broader restructuring.
RIP BioWare: EA has shut down the legendary RPG developer
Electronic Arts has shut down the legendary RPG developer BioWare, founded in 1995 and known for the Baldur's Gate, Mass Effect, and Dragon Age series. The closure follows a recent acquisition of EA by a consortium including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, and comes amid broader layoffs at EA. Plans for a new Mass Effect game have also been cancelled.
EA cancels new Mass Effect, closes BioWare after being bought by Saudi Arabia
Electronic Arts studio BioWare is closing down after 30 years, with early development on the next Mass Effect project also ending. The closure follows EA's acquisition by private investors led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, sparking concerns about layoffs and studio shutdowns.
BioWare, makers of Mass Effect and Dragon Age, is shutting down and its next game is canceled
BioWare, the acclaimed studio behind Mass Effect and Dragon Age, is reportedly shutting down. The announcement also states that the studio's next unannounced game has been canceled.
BioWare Shutting Down, Next Mass Effect Canceled
BioWare is reportedly shutting down, leading to the cancellation of the next Mass Effect game. This news comes from a recent report detailing the studio's closure.
BioWare’s Neverwinter Nights continues to host ‘mini MMOs’ 24 years after its release
BioWare's 2002 RPG Neverwinter Nights continues to thrive 24 years after its release, largely due to its robust multiplayer and community-driven content creation tools. The game's legacy is built on players creating "mini MMOs" and acting as dungeon masters, a niche appeal that sets it apart from more story-driven single-player experiences.
"Sexy sorceresses" and "bare-chested fighters": Dragon Age's original artists wanted to base it on Conan the Barbarian, much to the outrage of the designers
Former BioWare lead writer David Gaider discusses the internal conflicts during the development of Dragon Age: Origins, where art and design teams clashed over whether to draw inspiration from Conan the Barbarian or Lord of the Rings. He explains how the lack of a singular vision led to significant overcorrection between sequels, contrasting it with the more cohesive development of Mass Effect under Casey Hudson.
