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BioWare May Be Gone, But Its Spirit Lives On in These Games
Electronic Arts has shut down BioWare, a studio renowned for its contributions to the RPG genre with titles like Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, Mass Effect, and Dragon Age: Origins. Despite recent struggles, the article highlights BioWare's legacy of creating immersive worlds and memorable characters.
BioWare's end is a tragically familiar tale | Opinion
This opinion piece laments the decline and effective closure of BioWare, attributing its downfall to over a decade of mismanagement by Electronic Arts and the broader industry trend of chasing live service models. The author highlights the contrast between BioWare's past successes and its recent failures, arguing that private equity buyouts exacerbate these issues by prioritizing cost-cutting over creative stability.
Save Mass Effect Petition Hits 50,000 Signatures, Just Days After BioWare Closure
Following the closure of BioWare and the cancellation of its upcoming Mass Effect game, a fan petition to save the franchise has garnered over 50,000 signatures. The petition gained traction after a trailer for what is now referred to as Mass Effect Universe leaked online.
Cancelling Mass Effect And Closing BioWare Was An Obvious Thing For EA To Do, Experts Say
Electronic Arts has confirmed the closure of BioWare and the cancellation of its upcoming Mass Effect game. Analysts suggest this drastic measure was predictable due to EA's significant debt following a leveraged buyout by Saudi Arabia's PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity. The studio's recent commercial disappointments, including Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Mass Effect: Andromeda, and Anthem, contributed to the decision.
Call Of Duty Ads On Xbox Are Even More Annoying This Year With Modern Warfare 4
Microsoft is implementing intrusive, takeover-style advertisements for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Xbox, even hijacking custom backgrounds. While these ads can be disabled, the practice is part of a broader trend towards increased advertising in gaming, with Xbox's chief strategy officer Matthew Ball advocating for it to offset rising development costs. Electronic Arts is also introducing its own in-game advertising platform.
Mass Effect 5 lead says outpouring of support following BioWare closure "means so much to us," but is looking on the bright side: "At least I don't have to call in sick when GTA 6 comes out"
Following the closure of BioWare and cancellation of Mass Effect 5, project director Mike Gamble thanked fans for their support and vouched for his team's talent. He also made a humorous remark about not having to call in sick when Grand Theft Auto 6 releases. The article also briefly mentions a leaked trailer for Mass Effect 5 and a defense of the Dragon Age: The Veilguard development team.
An alleged former BioWare dev leaks the 'Mass Effect Universe' trailer following studio closure, and fans believe this could be a 'Deadpool-style' move 'intended to generate public pressure and potentially give the cancelled project a second chance'
An alleged former BioWare developer leaked a trailer for the cancelled "Mass Effect Universe" game, showcasing in-engine footage and pre-production assets. The leak has intensified fan backlash against Electronic Arts following BioWare's closure and has sparked a '#SaveMassEffect' petition, with some speculating it's a "Deadpool-style" move to generate public pressure for a revival.
"What if Larian had shut down after Divine Divinity?": Star Trek Online exec scorns publishers who close teams like BioWare in favour of "AAA veteran" start-ups and AI "magic beans"
Star Trek Online executive producer Thomas Marrone criticizes the industry practice of shutting down established development teams in favor of new studios led by "AAA veterans" or relying on emerging technologies like AI. He argues this approach is irresponsible and self-sabotaging, highlighting that successful studios like Larian and Blizzard often achieve breakthroughs after multiple titles and years of team collaboration. Marrone suggests that publishers prioritizing short-term financial gains should exit game development entirely.
Mass Effect Universe trailer leaks and it makes BioWare's closure more painful
A trailer for BioWare's cancelled Mass Effect game, reportedly titled Mass Effect Universe, has leaked online, intensifying anger over EA's decision to close the studio. The footage features a new protagonist and returning character Liara T’Soni, set after the original trilogy. Industry journalist Jason Schreier confirmed the trailer's authenticity, highlighting the loss of potential new entries in the Mass Effect and Dragon Age franchises.
Flashy internal trailer for now-cancelled Mass Effect Universe appears online, following EA's closure of BioWare
An internal trailer for the cancelled Mass Effect Universe game, which was in development at BioWare before its closure, has surfaced online. The trailer showcases a new protagonist, crew, combat, and a brief appearance by Liara, offering a glimpse into what could have been. The cancellation and subsequent layoffs at EA, impacting BioWare and other studios like Respawn, have led to widespread disappointment and anger within the industry and among fans.
En trailer för nedlagda Mass Effect 5 har läckt
A trailer for the canceled Mass Effect 5, potentially titled Mass Effect Universe, has leaked online and been confirmed as authentic by Jason Schreier. The trailer, rendered in the game engine, shows no gameplay but depicts a former military character. Electronic Arts has reportedly scrapped the game and closed BioWare, though the article notes that another developer might take over the franchise.
BioWare Is Finished – Where Did It All Go Wrong?
BioWare, a historically influential role-playing game studio, has officially closed down, with Electronic Arts restructuring the studio and laying off developers. The article reflects on the studio's past successes like Baldur's Gate and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, while also acknowledging its recent failures with Anthem and Dragon Age: The Veilguard, attributing the decline to unsustainable development practices and EA's alleged mismanagement.
BioWare Veteran Defends Team Behind Dragon Age: The Veilguard Following Studio Closure
BioWare veteran James Ohlen defended the development team behind Dragon Age: The Veilguard, stating that most individuals had little influence on the game's criticized aspects. He also shared personal views on modern entertainment and political messaging. The article touches on the game's development history, including pivots between single-player and live-service models under EA's direction, and notes that while reviews were positive, player reception was mixed.
BioWare veteran goes to bat for Dragon Age The Veilguard's dev team, says most of them "had little or no say…
Former BioWare director James Ohlen has defended the development team behind Dragon Age: The Veilguard, stating that most had little input on the game's controversial elements. He also addressed criticism of modern entertainment and political messaging, emphasizing the complexity of individuals and the importance of respecting differing views.
BioWare Did Something Very Rare For The Time: It Took Star Wars Seriously
This article analyzes BioWare's significant contribution to the Star Wars universe, particularly through the critically acclaimed Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic. It highlights how BioWare's deep understanding of the franchise allowed for rich worldbuilding and a compelling narrative, influencing subsequent Star Wars media and RPGs, despite the recent closure of BioWare and cancellation of its new Mass Effect project.
Canadian politician calls on government to help BioWare employees buy the studio and run it themselves
Canadian politician Avi Lewis has called on the government to support BioWare employees in buying out the studio from Electronic Arts, criticizing private equity's impact on the company. Lewis advocates for developers to run the studio themselves to prevent further decline, referencing the "Mass Effect effect" as a cautionary tale.
EA Has A New Plan For Madden, And It Leans Into Everything The Company Gets Wrong
Electronic Arts is planning a new 'social-first open-world experience' for its American Football games, tentatively called Project Gridiron, which aims to emulate NBA 2K's successful 'The City' mode. However, the article argues that EA's history of lacking patience, authentic voice, and community goodwill, coupled with its aggressive monetization strategies, makes it unlikely to succeed where NBA 2K has thrived. The piece highlights EA's past failures with similar modes and its tendency to abandon features, suggesting Project Gridiron is set up for disappointment.
I’m Getting Very Worried About Skate Following EA Layoffs
The author expresses significant concern for the future of the game Skate following recent layoffs at publisher Electronic Arts and its developer Full Circle. Despite recent improvements in the game's live-service content, the reduction in staff raises worries about the game's development trajectory and EA's commitment to the franchise.
Mass Effect 5 Trailer Leaks After EA Announces BioWare Closure, Features A Returning Character
A trailer for Mass Effect 5, tentatively titled Mass Effect: Universe, has leaked online, appearing to be legitimate. This leak follows an announcement from Electronic Arts regarding the closure of BioWare, a studio known for its work on the Mass Effect series.
An internal Mass Effect 5 trailer has reportedly leaked, offering you a glimpse at the sequel you'll never get to play
An internal trailer for the unreleased Mass Effect 5 has reportedly leaked, offering a glimpse into the game's pre-production assets and potential narrative direction, including the return of Liara T'Soni. This leak follows the announcement of BioWare's shutdown and the cancellation of the next Mass Effect game, alongside significant layoffs affecting The Sims, Skate, and Battlefield development teams.
