EA execs choosing Star Wars Battlefront 3 over Mass Effect 5 was the main factor in BioWare's demise, according to report
The postmortem on BioWare, following their shuttering by EA this month , points to the publisher's preference to back Star Wars Battlefront 3 over Mass Effect 5 as the main factor in the demise of the beloved RPG developer. That's according to Bloomberg, who also report that a couple of other factors likely also had some influence. Read more
BioWare's demise, as reported by Bloomberg post its acquisition by EA, is attributed primarily to the publisher's decision to prioritize Star Wars Battlefront 3 over Mass Effect 5. This choice led EA between spending a significant sum on the Star Wars shooter and investing less on Mass Effect. Disney's approach to Star Wars Battlefront 3, amidst EA's financial troubles due to a leveraged buyout, played a crucial role in this decision.
The report suggests that EA opted for the franchise with a lower risk, benefiting from the Star Wars name, rather than venturing into the uncharted territory of an RPG like Mass Effect 5. BioWare's history of inconsistent game releases since Mass Effect: Andromeda, including the failures of Anthem and Dragon Age: The Veilguard, compounded the issue.
Additionally, internal shuffling of EA's leadership also impacted the situation. EA's spokesperson clarified that the decision to terminate BioWare was a collective choice following months of analysis, emphasizing the company's strategic focus.
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