Bungie companions with Chinese big NetEase “to explore new directions”

Bungie has fashioned a partnership with NetEase following a $100 million funding by the Chinese on-line gaming firm, the studio introduced right this moment.

“We’re excited to announce that we’ve entered into a new partnership with NetEase to help us explore new directions,” Bungie stated in a weblog submit. “With their industry expertise, they’ll empower us to build new worlds and invite players, new and old, to join us there.”

NetEase has invested $100 million in Bungie, buying a minority stake within the studio and gaining a seat on Bungie’s board of administrators.

Neither Bungie nor NetEase stated the partnership was being fashioned round a brand new recreation, however that as a substitute it’s an opportunity for each firms to take a look at new alternatives. Bungie stated the partnership with NetEase will imply supporting separate groups contained in the studio to “bring our newest ambitions to life.”

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For Destiny 2 gamers, Bungie stated that nothing concerning the partnership will have an effect on the studio’s dedication to supporting the sport.