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Embracer Group cuts itself into pieces, this is its last resort: Bifurcation, new listing—licensing out Kain and…Embracer Group is splitting into two separate companies to improve focus and value creation. One entity, Fellowship Entertainment, will house studios like 4A Games and Crystal Dynamics, managing IPs such as Tomb Raider and The Lord of the Rings. The remaining Embracer will include THQ Nordic and other studios, with properties like Biomutant and Wreckfest. CEO Lars Wingefors indicated a more active exploration of external partnerships for IPs like Saints Row and Legacy of Kain.
Embracer is splitting in half again, sending Fellowship Entertainment on its merry wayEmbracer Group is splitting into two segments, creating a new company called Fellowship Entertainment to house major IPs like The Lord of the Rings and Tomb Raider, with an IPO planned for 2027. This move aims to better communicate Embracer's diverse operations and unlock the potential of its undervalued assets. The company has undergone previous splits and significant layoffs following financial difficulties.
Embracer to spin off major video game franchises and studiosEmbracer Group is spinning off its major video game franchises and studios into a new publicly listed company called Fellowship Entertainment, set to launch in 2027. This move aims to provide sharper management focus and clearer accountability for its diverse portfolio. Fellowship Entertainment will house key IPs like Darksiders, Dead Island, and Tomb Raider, alongside studios such as 4A Games and Crystal Dynamics.
Embracer Group split again spinning off their biggest IP, along with plans for IP partnershipsEmbracer Group is undergoing another significant restructuring, splitting off Fellowship Entertainment, which will focus on publishing and IP licensing, including major franchises like The Lord of the Rings and Tomb Raider. The remaining Embracer Group will focus on its owned IPs and selective M&A. This move aims for sharper management focus and clearer accountability, with plans for Fellowship Entertainment to list on Nasdaq Stockholm by 2027. The company also plans external IP licensing for titles such as Saints Row and Deus Ex.
MotoGP 26 Review – Like Riding a BikeMotoGP 26 offers a refined but largely iterative experience for fans of the franchise, with minor physics tweaks and expansions to Arcade modes. The Career mode provides the most substantial gameplay, featuring improved efficiency and new options like playing as real riders and responding to press conferences. While technically impressive with smooth performance and strong audio design on PlayStation 5, the game doesn't introduce significant new content, making it a definitive but familiar MotoGP experience.
MotoGP™26 OUT NOWMilestone and MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group have released MotoGP 26, featuring the full 2026 season with reworked physics, dynamic rider ratings, and deeper career management. The game introduces a rider-based handling system, evolving rider ratings based on real-world performance, and a 3D paddock for career mode management. MotoGP 26 is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, ROG Ally, and PC, with expanded multiplayer features including cross-play.
Screamer ReviewMilestone's reboot of the 90s racing game Screamer features a distinct anime-inspired visual style and a narrative-driven Tournament mode. While the core gameplay offers strategic depth with its dual-stick controls and energy gauge system, it presents a steep learning curve and can be punishingly difficult, even on lower settings. The game also includes offline arcade modes and online multiplayer for up to sixteen players.