Here’s why Deus Ex and Tomb Raider could thrive under Embracer
The holding firm, which lets its group of companies work independently, might be ideal for these old Eidos studios.
VGC May 2, 2022
2nd May 2022
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The Initiative says Crystal Dynamics will still co-develop Perfect Dark following Embracer’s acquisition
"We will be continuing this work with them in their next chapter"
Square Enix will still publish some western games following the Embracer sale
Life is Strange, Outriders, Just Cause and the Square Enix Collective are not part of the deal
Square Enix says Embracer sales will help it invest in blockchain
Embracer is buying a chunk of Square Enix's western development arm for $300 million
Embracer Group to buy Crystal Dynamics, Eidos Montreal and IPs including Tomb Raider for $300 million
The deal will also include the Deus Ex, Thief and Legacy of Kain IPs