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EA’s Project Gridiron is a New “Social Open-World Experience” For American Football
Electronic Arts has confirmed Project Gridiron, a new social-first open-world American Football experience, is in development. The company also revealed that a Fight Night revival is in pre-production. These announcements follow recent layoffs and studio closures as EA refocuses on core franchises.
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 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.
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.
Football Manager 27 will be free at launch as Sega try to win back fans
Sega has announced that Football Manager 27 will be free to play for a limited time from October 29 to November 3, aiming to win back fans after a troubled launch for Football Manager 26. The sequel, launching fully on November 10, will feature an improved interface and visuals, and will be available on PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
After 15-Year Absence, EA Is Bringing Back The Fight Night Franchise
EA Sports has announced the return of its Fight Night boxing game franchise after a 15-year hiatus, with the last entry being Fight Night Champion in 2011. While details on release date and features are scarce, the announcement has generated excitement among fans. EA's other combat sports title, EA Sports UFC 6, was recently released.
Beloved PlayStation 2 & PS3-Era Action Game Series Returning
Electronic Arts has announced the return of its beloved PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3-era boxing game series, Fight Night, which has not seen a new entry in 15 years. While no specific details were shared, the publisher hinted at a potential cross-gen release for future titles, possibly spanning PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 6.
EA bekräftar att Fight Night-serien ska göra comeback
Electronic Arts has confirmed the return of its Fight Night boxing series through a new EA Sports Fight Night social media account. The account's first post, "The fight is never over," suggests a comeback for the franchise, which last saw a release with Fight Night Champion in 2011. While details are scarce, the announcement implies a new installment rather than a remaster.
EA is bringing back boxing series Fight Night after 15 years
Electronic Arts has announced the return of its boxing game series, Fight Night, after a 15-year hiatus. The announcement was made via a new social media account for the franchise, sparking excitement among fans. While details are scarce, the return is speculated to be linked to EA's recent acquisition by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, which has heavily invested in combat sports.
Fight Night Franchise Revival Announced by EA
Electronic Arts has announced the revival of its Fight Night boxing game franchise, with the upcoming title simply named EA Sports Fight Night. While specific details are scarce, EA confirmed the return of the series via social media. The franchise, which debuted in 2004, has seen several iterations including Fight Night Round 2, 3, 4, and Champion, each introducing new gameplay mechanics and features.
EA finally says the words PS3 gamers have waited 15 years to hear: "Fight Night is coming back"
Electronic Arts has teased the return of its Fight Night boxing series, which has been dormant since Fight Night Champion in 2011. The announcement was made via a new Twitter account for the series, with no further details provided. This marks EA's third revival of a classic sports franchise, following College Football and Skate.
Fight Night, EA's Beloved but Long-Dormant Boxing Sim Franchise, Is Coming Back
Electronic Arts has revived its dormant boxing simulation franchise, Fight Night, by creating new social media accounts for the series. The first post has generated significant excitement among fans eager for the return of the beloved franchise.
Fight Night is getting back in the ring with a franchise revival
EA Sports has announced the return of its Fight Night boxing game series, marking the first new entry in 15 years since Fight Night Champion. The announcement was made via social media, with the company stating the franchise is coming back. The development team behind Fight Night was previously redirected to work on the EA Sports UFC series.
