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Saudi Arabian fund is reportedly considering merging Electronic Arts with Savvy Games group
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) is reportedly considering merging Electronic Arts with its Savvy Games Group to improve coordination between its assets. This potential merger, which is not finalized and awaits the completion of Moonton acquisition, could significantly boost EA's mobile gaming efforts. The article expresses concern over the PIF's growing influence in the gaming industry, citing past deals and their ripple effects.
Saudi Arabia's PIF reportedly considering to combine EA with Savvy Games Group
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) is reportedly considering merging Electronic Arts (EA) with its subsidiary, Savvy Games Group, to improve coordination between its assets. This potential merger is unlikely to proceed until Savvy completes its $6 billion acquisition of Moonton. EA's acquisition by the PIF was finalized last month, with assurances that creative control and player-first values would remain intact.
Square Enix denies going private after report sends stock surging
Square Enix has officially denied reports suggesting the company is considering going private, stating that no such consideration is currently being given. The denial follows a surge in the company's stock price, which was reportedly influenced by speculation from activist investor 3D Investment Partners and a report in the Japanese magazine Sentaku.
Square Enix denies it's going private following Japanese reports to the contrary
Square Enix has officially denied reports from Japanese magazine Sentaku suggesting the company is exploring going private. The publisher stated that no such consideration is currently being given. Speculation was fueled by major shareholder 3D Investment Partners' previous criticism of management and recent company restructuring, including layoffs and studio sales.
Saber Interactive hands-on with Hellraiser: Revival, Turok: Origins and Stuntman
Saber Interactive showcased upcoming titles Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, Turok: Origins, and Stuntman: Hollywood at Gamescom. Hellraiser: Revival is a survival horror game set to release on October 8 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch 2, and PC. Turok: Origins is a prequel shooter with co-op, planned for early 2027. Stuntman: Hollywood revives the stunt driving series with movie-themed challenges and is slated for 2027.
Report: Savvy Games Group CEO Brian Ward departs company
Brian Ward, CEO of Saudi Arabian video game conglomerate Savvy Games Group, is reportedly stepping down. Ward announced his departure to employees, stating it's the right time for new leadership during the company's growth phase. Turqi Alnowaiser, deputy governor of the parent Public Investment Fund, will temporarily replace him.
31 years later, beautiful SNES RPG Terranigma is finally coming to PC, and I must lay the ghost of my console warrior childhood to rest
The Super Nintendo Entertainment System action-RPG Terranigma, originally released in 1995 by Quintet, is finally coming to PC. Developed by Clear River Games Development in collaboration with Limited Run Games, the re-release is slated for early 2027. The game features real-time spear combat and a story set on a hollow planet.
Snabbkollen: Realistiska eller tramsiga simulatorer?
This article discusses the appeal of both realistic and 'silly' simulator games, asking readers for their preferences. It also includes a roundup of recent gaming news, including leaks, release date announcements, and developer interviews.
Nästa Kingdom Come och Darksiders 4 släpps innan mars 2028
Embracer Group has revealed in its latest interim report that the next installments in the Kingdom Come and Darksiders series are slated for release between April 2027 and March 2028. Darksiders 4, developed by Gunfire Games, will feature all four horsemen of the apocalypse. The next Kingdom Come game is likely Kingdom Come: Deliverance, a planned open-world RPG from Warhorse Studios, though no new information was provided on Warhorse's The Lord of the Rings project.
Exciting PlayStation 5 Adventure Game Gets New Release Date Window
Embracer Group has confirmed that Tomb Raider: Catalyst is now expected to launch before March 31, 2028, with its predecessor, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, scheduled for February 12, 2027, on PlayStation 5. Amazon Game Studios cited the need for further polish and development of their cloud gaming service, Luna, as reasons for the revised release windows. The delay also accounts for a crowded 2026 release schedule, including Grand Theft Auto VI.
Highly Anticipated PlayStation 5 RPGs Get Release Date Window
Embracer Group has announced that Darksiders 4 and the next Kingdom Come game are slated for release within their fiscal year of April 2027 to March 2028. The next Kingdom Come title is rumored to be Kingdom Come Salvation, developed by Warhorse Studios, which may also be working on a Middle-Earth RPG.
New Kingdom Come game will be out before April 2028 confirms Embracer Group
Embracer Group has confirmed that a new Kingdom Come adventure game is slated for release between April 2027 and March 2028. While details are scarce, it is confirmed to be a new title in the Kingdom Come series and not a direct sequel to Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. The report also mentions release windows for Darksiders 4 and Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis, alongside a delay for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn Of War 4.
Tomb Raider: Catalyst, the Next Kingdom Come Game From Warhorse, and Darksiders 4 All Due Out by April 2028
Embracer Group has provided updates on several upcoming video games, including Tomb Raider: Catalyst, the next Kingdom Come game from Warhorse, and Darksiders 4, with all expected to release by April 2028. The company has narrowed down the release windows for these major titles.
Saber Interactive to add Rideshare 'Stimulator' AI disclosure after public controversy
Saber Interactive will update the Steam page for Rideshare Stimulator with an AI disclosure following controversy over claims that writers were replaced by generative AI. While Saber denies replacing writers, a former lead writer, Stella Sacco, stated she was replaced by ChatGPT. CEO Matt Karch has also made controversial comments about Embracer Group and Gearbox Software.
The next Kingdom Come RPG now has a release window, and thankfully Warhorse isn't taking another 7-year gap between…
Embracer Group has indicated that the next Kingdom Come game from Warhorse Studios is expected to launch before the end of its fiscal year 2028, meaning before April 2028. This new entry in the historical open-world RPG series is anticipated to have a shorter development gap compared to the seven years it took for Kingdom Come: Deliverance. Warhorse Studios is also reportedly working on a separate The Lord of the Rings RPG.
Next Kingdom Come Title to be Released Before the End of March 2028
Warhorse Studios plans to release the next Kingdom Come title before the end of April 2028, as confirmed by publisher Embracer Group. This new installment, potentially titled Kingdom Come Salvation, is an open-world RPG led by Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's lead designer Prokop Jirsa. The studio is also developing a separate open-world Middle-earth RPG.
Dawn of War IV release date delayed till December, offering additional polish time
KING Art Games has delayed the release of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV to December 3rd, 2026, with Commander Edition players gaining early access on November 30th. This delay allows the team additional time for performance optimization, bug fixing, and incorporating community feedback. The updated Year One roadmap includes free updates like Crusade Mode and map packs, alongside paid DLC such as story expansions and new commanders.
Saber CEO hides jab at Randy Pitchford in game trailer as payback for Pitchford dumping on Embracer: 'Without Embracer, Randy is performing magic tricks at birthday parties for a living'
Saber Interactive CEO Matt Karch has confirmed that subtle jabs in the trailer for their upcoming game 'Rideshare 'Stimulator'' are directed at Gearbox boss Randy Pitchford. These references are reportedly payback for Pitchford's perceived insults towards Embracer Group in Borderlands 4 following Gearbox's sale. Karch stated that without Embracer's acquisition, Pitchford would be struggling financially.
2011 The Lord Of The Rings Game Gets Surprise Re-Release Today
Aspyr Media has surprise-released a new edition of The Lord of the Rings: War in the North, originally developed by Snowblind Studios in 2011. The Legacy edition is now available for $20 on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC, featuring updated co-op and solo play options. Embracer Group, which owns the rights, has teased a revival of The Lord of the Rings games.
Saber Interactive’s New Taxi Game Is Beefing With Randy Pitchford
Saber Interactive's upcoming taxi simulation game, Ride Stimulator, features subtle digs at Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford, referencing his past controversies like the USB drive incident and his interest in magic. Saber Interactive CEO Matt Karch confirmed these jabs are a response to perceived criticisms from Gearbox towards their former owner, Embracer Group, in Borderlands 4.
