Grafton acquired Tango GameWorks and Hi-Fi Rush intellectual propertyIt will continue with new chapters with more projects from the Japanese team, which we know Microsoft has decided to close.
“As part of this strategic agreement, Crofton will work with Xbox and ZeniMax to ensure a smooth transition, ensuring the continuity of Tango Gameworks and allowing for a talented studio. Working on the Hi-Fi RUSH series and exploring future projects“, the press release said.
“KRAFTON looks forward to supporting the Tango GameWorks team as they continue their commitment to innovation and delivering new, exciting experiences to fans. The acquisition will have no impact on existing games The Evil Within, The Evil Within 2, Ghostwire: Tokyo and the original Hi-Fi RUSH will continue to be available.”
“This acquisition reaffirms KRAFTON's commitment toExpanding its international footprint and maintains a catalog of innovative, high-quality content. The addition of Tango GameWorks represents another step for the company in its mission to push the boundaries of interactive entertainment.”
Best epilogue?
Microsoft's closing of Tango GameWorks sparked some controversy, even more so given the Japanese team's talent and success with the Hi-Fi Rush. KRAFTON Announces Acquisition Probably marks the best epilogue.
As reported by PUBG Publisher: BattlegroundsTango will continue to work on the Hi-Fi Rush series and develop further projects, while the rights to other franchises developed by the team will remain with Redmond House.
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