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Next wed maybe!MS shouldn't get 1 feet close to that.
MS needs Sega, not Ubisoft.
Next wed maybe!MS shouldn't get 1 feet close to that.
MS needs Sega, not Ubisoft.
No. MS needs to manage the studios they already got. Especially if the whole abk deal does go through.MS shouldn't get 1 feet close to that.
MS needs Sega, not Ubisoft.
No one wants that.I'll never understand why some people want Microsoft to monopolize the industry.
He is shit. But the story is true, considering how much shit Ubisoft is going through now.Also, I thought we already decided Grubb was full of shit and wasn't worth listening to.
I dont know your angle here. So tell me, why MS cant buy Sega?
I knew you would post shit like this, and not understand what it says.
Japan's government said on Monday that high-tech industries will be added to a list of businesses for which foreign ownership of Japanese firms is restricted.
The new rule will be applied to 20 sectors in information and communications industries, according to the joint statement by the finance ministry, trade ministry and communications ministry.
Under the foreign exchange and foreign trade control law, Japan brings certain industries such as airplanes, nuclear-related sectors and arms manufacturing under foreign capital controls.
The law requires foreign investors to report to the Japanese government and undergo inspection in case they buy 10% or more of stocks in listed Japanese companies or acquire shares of unlisted firms.
If the government finds any shortcomings, it can order foreign investors to change or cancel their investment plans.
They’re on the list, check the second tab.I knew you would post shit like this, and not understand what it says.
Sega isn't classified as high tech in this case.
This rule applies to companies like Sony, not Sega.
Just checked and they indeed are on the list they're, also a grade 2They’re on the list, check the second tab.
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The big companies like Sony, Toyota etc are graded a 3, so priorities must run backwards.Just checked and they indeed are on the list they're, also a grade 2
Surprisingly Capcom and square enix are grade 1
Access to japanese market.
They already have bethesda, and going to get activision.
Ubisoft is excessive at this point for them. They need japanese entry point, and sega can help them acheive that.
In what way is tango game works is compared to Sega?They already have Tango Gameworks in terms of Japanese teams.
You guys need to keep in mind, it's not just about if MS is able to buy a company. The company in question has to actually want to sell to them. Sega are actually the only Japanese publisher MS could hope to realistically buy (when taking factors aside from money, like corporate culture, partnership history etc. into account), but if MS are approved for the ABK acquisition, I would at least hope they take a moment to slow down and get everything they own already under control, and produce a steady stream of results, before considering picking up yet another publisher.
If they aren't willing to take that consideration of their own choice, maybe regulators need to set some limitations.
Microsoft wouldn't touch a burning business lolMS should propose a buyout after they obtain ABK.
They still aren't on level 3.They’re on the list, check the second tab.
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Japan wants to prevent a leakage of technology deemed important for national security or damage to defense output and technological foundation, they added.
Not to mention Splinter Cell. That IP is worth it alone.They still sell pretty well though, so I wouldn't say the IP is "not worth owning".
Nonsense. If anything Ubisoft failing makes me more positive about this industry's future.Beginning of the end of gaming.
Hope everyone is ready for games to be only available through one of many streaming/gamepass style services.
but if MS are approved for the ABK acquisition, I would at least hope they take a moment to slow down and get everything they own already under control, and produce a steady stream of results, before considering picking up yet another publisher.
If they aren't willing to take that consideration of their own choice, maybe regulators need to set some limitations.
1, 2 and 3 get blocked, that’s the purpose of the list. There’s many companies outside of the list that won’t though. Platinum Games for example isn’t included.They still aren't on level 3.
Level 3 is the one that gets blocked due to national security concerns.
It has to reach this concern level.
Disagree.
The Division, Splinter Cell, Far Cry, Rainbow Six, Assassins Creed etc.
These IP's in the hands of a competent developer would bring in big numbers.
That's preposterously one-dimensional. "Worth" for a business to buy another business clearly depends on investment and return. I'm sure someone would be able to squeeze some money out of one or more of these IPs for the right price.
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Assassin's Creed and Far Cry...?
? Assassin’s Creed say hi.
Assassins Creed is an IP not worth owning?
Ah, holy shit, wow, yeah! How could we been so stupid to not realize that you can just snap your fingers and "simply" make your own super-brand!simply make their own franchise
Access to japanese market.
They already have bethesda, and going to get activision.
Ubisoft is excessive at this point for them. They need japanese entry point, and sega can help them acheive that.
That is 20 million over 2+ years with a probable 3 year gap between AC titles. Lots of people play AC games. Smaller, more frequent releases probably could make more for them then one giant release with expansions that only fanatics would want to play.Good to see nonsense hyperbole getting called out.
"Not worth owning"
Also:
"Ubisoft announced the open-world action RPG, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, has surpassed 20 million players worldwide.
"Over 20 million Vikings have embarked on their epic journey to Valhalla. Standing strong by Eivor's side. From Norway to England. To Mythical Realms of the Gods," reads a tweet from Ubisoft.
"Thank you for taking this journey with us. SKAL!"
The launch day for the game saw twice as many players as Assassin's Creed Odyssey did. The game also earned over $1 billion in revenue in December 2021"
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Assassin's Creed Valhalla Tops 20 Million Players
Ubisoft announced the open-world action RPG, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, has surpassed 20 million players worldwide.www.vgchartz.com
3 is the most restricted.1, 2 and 3 get blocked, that’s the purpose of the list. There’s many companies outside of the list that won’t though. Platinum Games for example isn’t included.
MS need Japanese audience first. They have low Japanese audience right now, which is why they aren't getting enough Japanese games.Sega isn't going to grant them some sort of entry into the Japanese market. A company that specifically struggled to sell in Japan... They have a couple of franchises with moderate success with Yakuza and Persona, but that's not going to move units in Japan, rather it would have the opposite effect of killing said franchises and any momentum that they had. Neither is a system seller.
You don't buy a Japanese company who has struggled to sell to a Japanese audience in a market that is moving more away from consoles and more to mobile...MS need Japanese audience first. They have low Japanese audience right now, which is why they aren't getting enough Japanese games.
By having Sega, they could have enough audience, which allows other parties to port their games to Xbox, which in turn increase Xbox audience.
It's not a game changer, but enough to make Japanese audience to invest on Xbox.
Ah, holy shit, wow, yeah! How could we been so stupid to not realize that you can just snap your fingers and "simply" make your own super-brand!
I’m sure there is interest but everyone knows with Ubisoft, if you wait a month it’ll be half off.
They still sell pretty well though, so I wouldn't say the IP is "not worth owning".
All three grades are the most restricted, companies that aren’t on the list as per my previous example are not. It’s explained on the first slide.3 is the most restricted.
1-2 depends on the circumstances.
Sega is media entertainment, which means less restrictions.
Their main concern is National security from these purchases. If the sale doesn't pose a national security threat, it gets passed. If it does pose national threat, it will be blocked.
They won't outright block it.
I guess I learned new stuff today.All three grades are the most restricted, companies that aren’t on the list as per my previous example are not. It’s explained on the first slide.
They won’t outright block, they’ll check if a foreign entity is trying to buy them and if so then block.
It’s not just about national security as you keep mentioning, it’s about ensuring highly profiled companies continue to exist in Japan.
In what way is tango game works is compared to Sega?
And how is trying to get a hold foot in Japan market a bad thing for MS?
Regulators don’t care about any of what you’ve just posted. They’re there to prevent actions that would severely hamper competition and hurt consumers.
The whole ‘settle down and produce a steady stream…’ talk is just nonsense anyway. Games take a long time to make.
Sega isn't going to grant them some sort of entry into the Japanese market. A company that specifically struggled to sell in Japan... They have a couple of franchises with moderate success with Yakuza and Persona, but that's not going to move units in Japan, rather it would have the opposite effect of killing said franchises and any momentum that they had. Neither is a system seller.
All three grades are the most restricted, companies that aren’t on the list as per my previous example are not. It’s explained on the first slide.
They won’t outright block, they’ll check if a foreign entity is trying to buy them and if so then block.
It’s not just about national security as you keep mentioning, it’s about ensuring highly profiled companies continue to exist in Japan.
While the newer entries have helped the series from getting stalemate, it begins to suffer from the copy paste of previous franchises.
Ubisoft games are big empty worlds with a shit load generic grinding content.
I mean Grubb knows things sometimes and has devs tell him things.
That's worlds away from knowing something about Ubisoft shopping them around to multiple companies and what their reactions might have been.
:doubt:
Beyond that he's just repeating what everyone knows about Ubisoft. Their revenue per employee has got to be the worst in the industry.
Good to see nonsense hyperbole getting called out.
"Not worth owning"
Also:
"Ubisoft announced the open-world action RPG, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, has surpassed 20 million players worldwide.
"Over 20 million Vikings have embarked on their epic journey to Valhalla. Standing strong by Eivor's side. From Norway to England. To Mythical Realms of the Gods," reads a tweet from Ubisoft.
"Thank you for taking this journey with us. SKAL!"
The launch day for the game saw twice as many players as Assassin's Creed Odyssey did. The game also earned over $1 billion in revenue in December 2021"
![]()
Assassin's Creed Valhalla Tops 20 Million Players
Ubisoft announced the open-world action RPG, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, has surpassed 20 million players worldwide.www.vgchartz.com
No, don't you see, they got laughed at.People are talking. That is all.