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AppWizard
May 6, 2025
NCSoft has invested in the first-person studio Emptyvessel, marking the start of a long-term partnership through its North American subsidiary, NC West. Emptyvessel is developing a first-person cyberpunk squad-based shooter called Defect, with a team experienced in titles like Doom and The Last of Us. Emanuel Palalic, the game director, emphasized the importance of creative risks and the alignment of visions between the two companies. NCSoft co-CEO Byung-moo Park praised Emptyvessel's expertise and reiterated the company's commitment to investing in new global intellectual properties and specific genres.
AppWizard
March 18, 2025
PlayStation has established a new development studio called Dark Outlaw, led by Jason Blundell, known for his work on the Call of Duty franchise. The studio is currently working on an unannounced project and is in the process of expanding its workforce. Blundell previously worked at Treyarch, where he developed the Zombies mode for Call of Duty, and he founded Deviation Games before leaving in 2022.
AppWizard
March 12, 2025
Virtuos is establishing a new development studio in Seoul, South Korea, led by general manager Seunghwan “Sean” Yoon. The studio aims to build partnerships with local clients and expand its team through recruitment. Yoon highlights South Korea's significance in the gaming industry, being the world's fourth-largest games market. The studio's physical presence in Seoul will enhance collaboration with local studios. Virtuos has over 4,000 employees globally and is involved in the remake of Metal Gear Solid 3.
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