‘TimeSplitters’ Developer Free Radical Design Closes, Leaving Future of the Franchise Uncertain

When Deep Silver re-formed developer Free Radical Design a few years ago, there was hope that we’d see a return of the TimeSplitters franchise. Sadly, that return is now up in the air, as Embracer Group (which owns Deep Silver) has now closed Free Radical Design. Per Video Games Chronicle, there were reports weeks ago […]

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‘Dead Island 2’ Has Now Sold Over Two Million Copies Since Launch

Deep Silver’s Dead Island 2 keeps on chugging. After selling over a million copies in its first three days after launch, according to Embracer Group’s latest interim financial report, Dead Island 2 has now sold over two million copies since its launch last month (thanks, Gematsu). Not only that, but the interim report also states […]

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Crystal Dynamics Received Overwhelming Response to ‘Legacy of Kain’ Survey

A few months back, Crystal Dynamics had released a survey for fans of the Legacy of Kain series, asking them just what they wanted in a new game if the developer were to pursue it. Well, the results are in, and Crystal Dynamics have heard fans “loud and clear” in regards to resurrecting the series. […]

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Crystal Dynamics Asks Fans What They Want in a New ‘Legacy of Kain’ Entry

Per PSU, Crystal Dynamics appears to be wasting no time polling fans’ interest when it comes to the Legacy of Kain series. After being sold to Embracer Group earlier this year, the developer has started sending out surveys (such as this one) with the intention of resurrecting the beloved franchise. Apart from asking what entries […]

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Square Enix Sells ‘Tomb Raider’, ‘Legacy of Kain’ And ‘Deus Ex’ Developers to Embracer Group

While not on the level of Microsoft’s recent acquisitions, Square Enix of Final Fantasy fame has announced that they’ve entered into an agreement to sell Crystal Dynamics, Eidos Montréal, and Square Enix Montreal to Embracer Group for $300 million. This deal also includes several IPs, including the Tomb Raider, Thief and Deus Ex properties, as well […]

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Embracer Group Teases ‘Dead Island 2’ Release Date?

After that juicy rumour last week regarding the still-not-dead Dead Island 2, it appears that Embracer Group (which owns publisher Deep Silver) has fed into the rumour during its recent Q3 FY2021/22 report. While not outright stating a release date, Embracer Group CEO Lars Wingefors hinted that Dead Island 2 would be out late this […]

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