What EA's Battlefront III Call Means for Mass Effect Fans
For players, the report points to a new Battlefront on the horizon while leaving Mass Effect's future uncertain. It also highlights how a single portfolio review can reshape two major sci-fi franchise…
For players, the report points to a new Battlefront on the horizon while leaving Mass Effect's future uncertain. It also highlights how a single portfolio review can reshape two major sci-fi franchise…
Key points - EA executives reportedly met to review their upcoming portfolio and choose between two multi-million dollar sci-fi franchises. - The company opted to prioritize Star Wars Battlefront III over a new Mass Effect title. - The cancelled Mass Effect project was reportedly deemed too risky by EA. - A collective decision was reportedly made at EA to shut BioWare down and focus on the biggest future opportunities.
Timeline - Reported portfolio review: EA executives met to decide which of two multi-million dollar sci-fi franchises to prioritize. - Following the review: EA opted for Star Wars Battlefront III and cancelled a new Mass Effect title.
FAQ
Q: Is Star Wars Battlefront III happening? A: According to the Bloomberg report, EA chose to prioritize Star Wars Battlefront III, so it looks like another Battlefront game is on the way.
Q: Was a new Mass Effect cancelled? A: Yes, the report says a new Mass Effect title was cancelled as part of the same portfolio decision, with the project reportedly viewed as too risky.
Q: What does this mean for BioWare? A: The report states a collective decision was made at EA to shut BioWare down and focus on the biggest opportunities for the future.
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