Embracer is a massive publishing group that recently acquired big names like Tomb Raider, Deus Ex, and Thief, and already operates more than 100 studios, including Borderlands developer Gearbox, Saber Interactive, and THQ Nordic. Saudi Arabia recently bought a $1 billion stake in Embracer, about 8% of the company’s stock. Could we finally see a Gandalf movie? Image: Tolkien Enterprises, Inc. / New Line Cinema Corporation Embracer’s addition of Limited Run Games opens the door to more physical games in its studios and games, as Limited Run is known for its collector’s editions and often allows smaller developers to be able to create physical copies of their games. Tripwire is known for Killing Floor, Maneater and Rising Storm. The publishing giant also announced today the acquisition of home karaoke system Singtrix and Teardown Tuxedo Labs. Embracer is quietly building its giant publishing conglomerate, while also owning the comics and entertainment company Dark Horse. “I’m delighted to welcome an amazing group of entrepreneur-led companies to the Embracer family and expand our portfolio with some truly remarkable IPs and franchises, including The Lord of the Rings,” says Embracer co-founder and CEO, Lars Wingefors. statement. “It is encouraging that our group has become a natural and preferred buyer of creative, growing and profitable companies in Gaming and Entertainment.” The five acquisitions announced today are about $577 million in total upfront costs, and there’s even a sixth secret purchase that Embracer isn’t disclosing yet. “Embracer has entered into an agreement to acquire another PC/console gaming company, which, for commercial reasons, is not being disclosed today,” explains a financial filing. “The purchase price for this undisclosed acquisition is between the third and fourth largest transactions.” Embracer’s buying spree comes months after it agreed to acquire Square Enix’s three major Western game studios, and amid massive acquisitions in the gaming industry. Sony bought Destiny developer Bungie for $3.6 billion and Take-Two spent $12.7 billion on FarmVille maker Zynga. Microsoft is also in the process of acquiring Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion.
title: “Embracer Group S Toy Buying Spree Includes Rights To Lord Of The Rings And The Hobbit Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-11-09” author: “Bruce Lee”
Embracer is a massive publishing group that recently acquired big names like Tomb Raider, Deus Ex, and Thief, and already operates more than 100 studios, including Borderlands developer Gearbox, Saber Interactive, and THQ Nordic. Saudi Arabia recently bought a $1 billion stake in Embracer, about 8% of the company’s stock. Could we finally see a Gandalf movie? Image: Tolkien Enterprises, Inc. / New Line Cinema Corporation Embracer’s addition of Limited Run Games opens the door to more physical games in its studios and games, as Limited Run is known for its collector’s editions and often allows smaller developers to be able to create physical copies of their games. Tripwire is known for Killing Floor, Maneater and Rising Storm. The publishing giant also announced today the acquisition of home karaoke system Singtrix and Teardown Tuxedo Labs. Embracer is quietly building its giant publishing conglomerate, while also owning the comics and entertainment company Dark Horse. “I’m delighted to welcome an amazing group of entrepreneur-led companies to the Embracer family and expand our portfolio with some truly remarkable IPs and franchises, including The Lord of the Rings,” says Embracer co-founder and CEO, Lars Wingefors. statement. “It is encouraging that our group has become a natural and preferred buyer of creative, growing and profitable companies in Gaming and Entertainment.” The five acquisitions announced today are about $577 million in total upfront costs, and there’s even a sixth secret purchase that Embracer isn’t disclosing yet. “Embracer has entered into an agreement to acquire another PC/console gaming company, which, for commercial reasons, is not being disclosed today,” explains a financial filing. “The purchase price for this undisclosed acquisition is between the third and fourth largest transactions.” Embracer’s buying spree comes months after it agreed to acquire Square Enix’s three major Western game studios, and amid massive acquisitions in the gaming industry. Sony bought Destiny developer Bungie for $3.6 billion and Take-Two spent $12.7 billion on FarmVille maker Zynga. Microsoft is also in the process of acquiring Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion.
title: “Embracer Group S Toy Buying Spree Includes Rights To Lord Of The Rings And The Hobbit Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-11-20” author: “Kathleen Myers”
Embracer is a massive publishing group that recently acquired big names like Tomb Raider, Deus Ex, and Thief, and already operates more than 100 studios, including Borderlands developer Gearbox, Saber Interactive, and THQ Nordic. Saudi Arabia recently bought a $1 billion stake in Embracer, about 8% of the company’s stock. Could we finally see a Gandalf movie? Image: Tolkien Enterprises, Inc. / New Line Cinema Corporation Embracer’s addition of Limited Run Games opens the door to more physical games in its studios and games, as Limited Run is known for its collector’s editions and often allows smaller developers to be able to create physical copies of their games. Tripwire is known for Killing Floor, Maneater and Rising Storm. The publishing giant also announced today the acquisition of home karaoke system Singtrix and Teardown Tuxedo Labs. Embracer is quietly building its giant publishing conglomerate, while also owning the comics and entertainment company Dark Horse. “I’m delighted to welcome an amazing group of entrepreneur-led companies to the Embracer family and expand our portfolio with some truly remarkable IPs and franchises, including The Lord of the Rings,” says Embracer co-founder and CEO, Lars Wingefors. statement. “It is encouraging that our group has become a natural and preferred buyer of creative, growing and profitable companies in Gaming and Entertainment.” The five acquisitions announced today are about $577 million in total upfront costs, and there’s even a sixth secret purchase that Embracer isn’t disclosing yet. “Embracer has entered into an agreement to acquire another PC/console gaming company, which, for commercial reasons, is not being disclosed today,” explains a financial filing. “The purchase price for this undisclosed acquisition is between the third and fourth largest transactions.” Embracer’s buying spree comes months after it agreed to acquire Square Enix’s three major Western game studios, and amid massive acquisitions in the gaming industry. Sony bought Destiny developer Bungie for $3.6 billion and Take-Two spent $12.7 billion on FarmVille maker Zynga. Microsoft is also in the process of acquiring Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion.
title: “Embracer Group S Toy Buying Spree Includes Rights To Lord Of The Rings And The Hobbit Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-04” author: “Nicholas Franklin”
Embracer is a massive publishing group that recently acquired big names like Tomb Raider, Deus Ex, and Thief, and already operates more than 100 studios, including Borderlands developer Gearbox, Saber Interactive, and THQ Nordic. Saudi Arabia recently bought a $1 billion stake in Embracer, about 8% of the company’s stock. Could we finally see a Gandalf movie? Image: Tolkien Enterprises, Inc. / New Line Cinema Corporation Embracer’s addition of Limited Run Games opens the door to more physical games in its studios and games, as Limited Run is known for its collector’s editions and often allows smaller developers to be able to create physical copies of their games. Tripwire is known for Killing Floor, Maneater and Rising Storm. The publishing giant also announced today the acquisition of home karaoke system Singtrix and Teardown Tuxedo Labs. Embracer is quietly building its giant publishing conglomerate, while also owning the comics and entertainment company Dark Horse. “I’m delighted to welcome an amazing group of entrepreneur-led companies to the Embracer family and expand our portfolio with some truly remarkable IPs and franchises, including The Lord of the Rings,” says Embracer co-founder and CEO, Lars Wingefors. statement. “It is encouraging that our group has become a natural and preferred buyer of creative, growing and profitable companies in Gaming and Entertainment.” The five acquisitions announced today are about $577 million in total upfront costs, and there’s even a sixth secret purchase that Embracer isn’t disclosing yet. “Embracer has entered into an agreement to acquire another PC/console gaming company, which, for commercial reasons, is not being disclosed today,” explains a financial filing. “The purchase price for this undisclosed acquisition is between the third and fourth largest transactions.” Embracer’s buying spree comes months after it agreed to acquire Square Enix’s three major Western game studios, and amid massive acquisitions in the gaming industry. Sony bought Destiny developer Bungie for $3.6 billion and Take-Two spent $12.7 billion on FarmVille maker Zynga. Microsoft is also in the process of acquiring Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion.
title: “Embracer Group S Toy Buying Spree Includes Rights To Lord Of The Rings And The Hobbit Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-10-21” author: “Kevin Dory”
Embracer is a massive publishing group that recently acquired big names like Tomb Raider, Deus Ex, and Thief, and already operates more than 100 studios, including Borderlands developer Gearbox, Saber Interactive, and THQ Nordic. Saudi Arabia recently bought a $1 billion stake in Embracer, about 8% of the company’s stock. Could we finally see a Gandalf movie? Image: Tolkien Enterprises, Inc. / New Line Cinema Corporation Embracer’s addition of Limited Run Games opens the door to more physical games in its studios and games, as Limited Run is known for its collector’s editions and often allows smaller developers to be able to create physical copies of their games. Tripwire is known for Killing Floor, Maneater and Rising Storm. The publishing giant also announced today the acquisition of home karaoke system Singtrix and Teardown Tuxedo Labs. Embracer is quietly building its giant publishing conglomerate, while also owning the comics and entertainment company Dark Horse. “I’m delighted to welcome an amazing group of entrepreneur-led companies to the Embracer family and expand our portfolio with some truly remarkable IPs and franchises, including The Lord of the Rings,” says Embracer co-founder and CEO, Lars Wingefors. statement. “It is encouraging that our group has become a natural and preferred buyer of creative, growing and profitable companies in Gaming and Entertainment.” The five acquisitions announced today are about $577 million in total upfront costs, and there’s even a sixth secret purchase that Embracer isn’t disclosing yet. “Embracer has entered into an agreement to acquire another PC/console gaming company, which, for commercial reasons, is not being disclosed today,” explains a financial filing. “The purchase price for this undisclosed acquisition is between the third and fourth largest transactions.” Embracer’s buying spree comes months after it agreed to acquire Square Enix’s three major Western game studios, and amid massive acquisitions in the gaming industry. Sony bought Destiny developer Bungie for $3.6 billion and Take-Two spent $12.7 billion on FarmVille maker Zynga. Microsoft is also in the process of acquiring Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion.