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Embracer Group Splitting Into Three Standalone Publicly Listed Companies

Embracer Group Splitting Into Three Standalone Publicly Listed Companies

These are Asmodee Group, Coffee Stain and Friends, and Middle-earth Enterprises and Friends (which Embracer is being renamed to).

Embracer’s Restructuring Program is Finally Over, “Way Too Early” to Start Talking About Acquisitions Again

Embracer’s Restructuring Program is Finally Over, “Way Too Early” to Start Talking About Acquisitions Again

Embracer Group initiated its restructuring program in June 2023, leading to multiple project cancellations and studio closures on top of widespread layoffs.

Gearbox Hit with Layoffs Following Acquisition by Take-Two Interactive

Gearbox Hit with Layoffs Following Acquisition by Take-Two Interactive

Within hours of news breaking that Gearbox had been sold by Embracer Group, several staff members were informed they were being laid off.

Remnant Publishing Rights, Lost Boys Interactive, Cryptic Studios, and More to Remain with Embracer

Remnant Publishing Rights, Lost Boys Interactive, Cryptic Studios, and More to Remain with Embracer

Following Gearbox's sale to Take-Two, these studios will be "welcomed and integrated" into other parts of the Embracer Group.

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Jurassic Park: Survival Still in Development at Saber Interactive

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, Jurassic Park: Survival Still in Development at Saber Interactive

Co-op shooter John Carpenter's Toxic Commando is also included, with CCO Timm Willits excited to share more details on all three titles.

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic – Remake Has “Some Time Left” Until Launch, Embracer Suggests

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic – Remake Has “Some Time Left” Until Launch, Embracer Suggests

Embracer Group recently confirmed that it's continuing development on "a previously announced AAA game based on a major license."

Saber Interactive Deal Includes 3D Realms, Slipgate Ironworks, and More

Saber Interactive Deal Includes 3D Realms, Slipgate Ironworks, and More

However, Embracer Group will retain ownership of Aspyr Media, Tripwire Interactive, Tuxedo Labs, 34 Big Things, and more.

Saber Interactive Has Left Embracer Group in a Deal Worth $247 Million

Saber Interactive Has Left Embracer Group in a Deal Worth $247 Million

Following recent reports, it's been officially confirmed that Saber Interactive is buying back its independence from parent company Embracer Group.

Metro Series Publishing Rights Will Remain with Embracer, but Saber Has the Option to Acquire 4A Games

Metro Series Publishing Rights Will Remain with Embracer, but Saber Has the Option to Acquire 4A Games

Long-term licensing and publishing rights for all existing and future games in the Metro series will continue to be held by PLAION, regardless of whether Saber acquires developer 4A Games.

Saber Interactive Has Removed All Mentions of Embracer Group from its Website

Saber Interactive Has Removed All Mentions of Embracer Group from its Website

Recent reports claimed that Saber Interactive had purchased its independence from parent company Embracer Group in a deal worth $500 million.

Saber Interactive is Leaving Embracer Group, Going Private in $500 Million Deal – Rumor

Saber Interactive is Leaving Embracer Group, Going Private in $500 Million Deal – Rumor

The studio can reportedly bring other subsidiaries and will continue to develop Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic - Remake.

Embracer Group Has Laid off Nearly 1,400 People Since June 2023

Embracer Group Has Laid off Nearly 1,400 People Since June 2023

CEO Lars Wingefors says that though the company's restructuring is approaching its "final stretch", more layoffs may still follow.

Embracer Group Has Cancelled 29 Unannounced Games Since June 2023

Embracer Group Has Cancelled 29 Unannounced Games Since June 2023

The company announced a restructuring program last year, which has resulted in widespread layoffs, studio closures, and project cancellations.

Eidos Montreal Lays off 97 Employees

Eidos Montreal Lays off 97 Employees

"The global economic context, challenges of our industry and Embracer's comprehensive restructuring have finally impacted our studio," the developer says.

Deus Ex Title Cancelled After 2 Years of Development – Rumor

Deus Ex Title Cancelled After 2 Years of Development – Rumor

Reports indicate the project was to enter production this year. Eidos Montreal will allegedly see layoffs and work on an original franchise.

Embracer Group’s Lost Boys Interactive Has Laid off “a Sizeable Portion” of its Workforce

Embracer Group’s Lost Boys Interactive Has Laid off “a Sizeable Portion” of its Workforce

The Gearbox Entertainment-owned studio, which has previously provided development support on Tiny Tina's Wonderlands and Diablo 4, employed over 400 people prior to layoffs.

Cancelled TimeSplitters Reboot Was Originally Meant to be a Free-to-Play Battle Royale – Rumour

Cancelled TimeSplitters Reboot Was Originally Meant to be a Free-to-Play Battle Royale – Rumour

The project was allegedly rebooted as a "what if" remake of TimeSplitters 2 in early 2023, with Free Radical leadership having been unwilling to commit to the battle royale vision.

Concept Art Emerges Online for Cancelled TimeSplitters Revival

Concept Art Emerges Online for Cancelled TimeSplitters Revival

Developer Free Radical Design was recently shut down by Embracer Group, a little over two years after its re-establishment.

“At Least Half” of 3D Realms and Slipgate Ironworks Reportedly Laid off by Embracer Group

“At Least Half” of 3D Realms and Slipgate Ironworks Reportedly Laid off by Embracer Group

Embracer Group's mass layoffs as part of its internal restructuring program are continuing, and have this time hit Danish studios 3D Realms and Slipgate Ironworks.

Disney on Troubled Star Wars: KOTOR Remake – “There’s Still a Lot of Demand for it”

Disney on Troubled Star Wars: KOTOR Remake – “There’s Still a Lot of Demand for it”

Recent reports have claimed that the remake has continued to stumble into behind-the-scenes issues.