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Former EA Manager Doubts Next Mass Effect Will Survive Saudi Takeover
Summary
Electronic Arts is now fully owned by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, and the industry is bracing for major changes. A former EA manager has cast doubt on the survival of the next Mass Effect game, stating uncertainty about continued funding under the new ownership. This project, long anticipated by fans, may be at risk as the company shifts focus towards more commercially reliable titles. The comment highlights tensions between sovereign wealth investment and creative development. For players, it signals a potential delay or cancellation of a beloved franchise. For the industry, it underscores the growing influence of state-backed investors in gaming, raising questions about editorial independence and strategic direction. The former executive's remarks also reflect broader anxiety within EA about the transition. As the Middle East expands its footprint in gaming, developers and publishers alike are watching closely. Whether the next Mass Effect will ever see the light of day remains uncertain, but the concern itself is a telling indicator of the new landscape.
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