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4A Games and Zen Studios Will Not be Sold to Saber Interactive, Embracer Group Confirms

4A Games and Zen Studios Will Not be Sold to Saber Interactive, Embracer Group Confirms

Saber Interactive will not be exercising the option to acquire the Metro and Zen Pinball studios from its former parent company, it has been confirmed.

Embracer Group’s Lost Boys Interactive Hit with Another Round of Layoffs

Embracer Group’s Lost Boys Interactive Hit with Another Round of Layoffs

"The need to adapt to shifting market conditions within the video game industry has required us to reassess our operations to align with the evolving needs of our business and our partners," the devel...

Little Nightmares Developer Tarsier Studios’ Next Game Will be Announced on August 2

Little Nightmares Developer Tarsier Studios’ Next Game Will be Announced on August 2

Tarsier Studios, which was acquired by Embracer Group in 2019, will be unveiling its next game at the THQ Nordic Showcase, it has confirmed.

Gothic and Elex Studio Piranha Bytes Has Reportedly Been Shut Down

Gothic and Elex Studio Piranha Bytes Has Reportedly Been Shut Down

The studio behind the Gothic, Risen, and Elex franchises has reportedly been shut down by parent company Embracer Group.

Alone in the Dark Studio Pieces Interactive Has Been Shut Down

Alone in the Dark Studio Pieces Interactive Has Been Shut Down

The survival horror reboot performed below expectations where sales were concerned, Embracer Group revealed last month.

Killing Floor 3 Slated for Release by March 31, 2025

Killing Floor 3 Slated for Release by March 31, 2025

While it doesn't yet have a release date, Embracer Group has revealed that Killing Floor 3 is set for release before the end of the current fiscal year.

Alone in the Dark “Performed Below Management Expectations,” Says Embracer

Alone in the Dark “Performed Below Management Expectations,” Says Embracer

Pieces Interactive's survival horror reboot had a "softer-than-expected performance" following its launch this past March.

Dead Island 2 Has Sold Over 3 Million Copies

Dead Island 2 Has Sold Over 3 Million Copies

The action RPG also had over seven million players on Game Pass. Dambuster Studios has since confirmed further updates.

Nintendo Acquires Shiver Entertainment from Embracer Group

Nintendo Acquires Shiver Entertainment from Embracer Group

Shiver Entertainment developed the Nintendo Switch ports of Hogwarts Legacy and Mortal Kombat 11.

New Games Based on Middle-earth Are Coming Soon, Embracer Freegroup’s CEO Says

New Games Based on Middle-earth Are Coming Soon, Embracer Freegroup’s CEO Says

In a recent interview with GamesBeat, Embracer Freegroup CEO Lee Guinchard talks about the future of all things Middle-earth.

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.