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Canadian political party leader blames BioWare's closure on private equity, says government should help former employees buy it back
Avi Lewis, leader of Canada's NDP, has criticized the closure of BioWare, attributing it to private equity practices that prioritize short-term profit over business longevity. Lewis suggested that federal support should be provided to allow BioWare employees to buy back and run the studio themselves. This incident is part of a broader trend of politicians engaging with video game industry issues.
'Save Mass Effect' petition hits over 180,000 signatures within days of BioWare's closure
A petition to save the Mass Effect series has garnered over 180,000 signatures following the reported closure of BioWare and cancellation of Mass Effect 5. The petition urges Electronic Arts to commit to the series' continued development or license the IP to another studio. Fans express deep disappointment and a strong desire for the franchise's survival.
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.
Canadian Politician Wants the Government to Bail Out Mass Effect Developer BioWare
Avi Lewis, leader of a Canadian opposition party, has called for the Canadian government to provide financial assistance to the Mass Effect developer BioWare. This suggestion comes amid discussions about the future of the studio and its development.
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.
