Star Wars: The Old Republic is reportedly moving from BioWare to a third-party developer, so it can focus on Mass Effect and Dragon Age
EA has confirmed reports it's in talks to move the development of BioWare's long-running free-to-play MMO Star Wars: The Old Republic to a third-party so the studio can focus on its upcoming new Mass Effect and Dragon Age instalments.
Broadsword is no stranger to MMOs, of course - its other projects include ongoing work on Ultima Online and Dark Age of Camelot - and IGN reported EA had already signed a letter of intent with the studio, which would see The Old Republic deal finalised"as soon as this month".
"We're evaluating how we give the game and the team the best opportunity to grow and evolve," the publisher continued,"which includes conversations with Broadsword, a boutique studio that specialises in delivering online, community-driven experiences. Our goal is to do what is best for the game and its players."
If the deal goes ahead, IGN says roughly half of BioWare's core The Old Republic development team is expected to move to Broadsword. Those remaining at EA will have the opportunity to find roles elsewhere in the company but may face layoffs.Eurogamer welcomes videogamers of all types, so sign in and join our community!
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
BioWare is reportedly being replaced as developer of Star Wars: The Old Republic | VGCBioWare is reportedly being replaced as the developer of Star Wars: The Old Republic, with EA keen for the studio to focus its resources on the next Mass Effect and Dragon Age games
Read more »
Star Wars fan convention with iconic memorabilia has tickets on saleLike Palpatine says, do it.
Read more »