Ubisoft is a name modern gamers associate with open-world games littered with side missions and towers, gameplay trailers that look better than the final product, and gross misuse of the word “iconic.” Later this year, gamers might have to add “Vivendi” that list.
According to Reuters, Vivendi plans to buy more shares of Ubisoft. As of right now, Vivendi only owns twenty-five percent of the company, but Chairman Vincent Bollore wants to move on to a “second phase.” Ubisoft’s owners and creators, the Guillemot family, are doing everything they can to keep their company, but their resistance might do more harm than good, as Vivendi might simply present an unsolicited full takeover bid.
According to an unnamed source cited by Reuters, Vivendi’s most logical course of action would simply be to outright buy Ubisoft, even though, according to the that source, Bollore does not intend to buy the company. Whether or not he buys the company, since Vivendi is based in France, French laws dictate that once a company owns 30% of another company’s shares, an offer has to be made regarding ownership. Since Vivendi already owns 25% of Ubisoft, Vivendi will have to make an offer if it buys more stock.
Ubisoft is not Vivendi’s first foray into video games. From 2001 to 2008, Vivendi Games, also known as Vivendi Universal Games, was a subsidiary of Vivendi that partnered with several game companies. Among the more notable games Vivendi Games published were F.E.A.R. First Encounter Assault Recon and The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay. In 2008, Activision Blizzard — yes, that one — merged with Vivendi Games, effectively ending its existence as a subsidiary of Vivendi. However, that was not the end of Vivendi’s relationship with video games. Last year, Vivendi acquired ownership of Gameloft, a developer mostly associated with mobile games such as Order & Chaos Online, Spider-Man Unlimited, and N.O.V.A. Legacy. Interestingly, Gameloft was also created by the Guillemot family.
While we do not know if Vivendi will actually try to acquire Ubisoft, the more important question will be: what happens if it owns Ubisoft? Will Vivendi take the company in a new direction or will it mostly be left to its own devices? Will Vivendi’s ownership improve the quality of games? Given Ubisoft’s recent games, I honestly do not know whether or not I want to find out the answers to these questions.
Gaming
Gran Turismo 7 Update 1.46 introduces an exciting addition to the roster of exclusive cars available in the PS5 and PS4 racing game
Gran Turismo 7 has just received an exciting update to version 1.46 on both PS5 and PS4. This latest update introduces a unique addition to the game: the Škoda Vision Gran Turismo, a car that you won’t come across in any other game. Škoda makes its debut in the franchise with a visionary study of a single-seater, all-electric racing concept car, designed exclusively for the Polyphony Digital racer.
Once you’ve downloaded update 1.46, you’ll have the opportunity to test drive not one but two additional cars: the AFEELA Prototype 2024 and the iconic Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 Sport Coupe ’70. Get ready for an exhilarating ride! Watch as they take to the track in the video above.
Additionally, the update introduces a new menu for players to tackle in the GT Café. At Collector Level 38, players have the opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of Ferrari 12-cylinder engines, gaining knowledge and expanding their collection. In World Circuits, players can look forward to exciting new events such as the Japanese Clubman Cup 550, the American FR Challenge 550, and the Vision Gran Turismo Trophy. For all the avid fans of Photo Mode, there’s an exciting opportunity to explore the captivating city of San Diego in a brand new Scape.
What are your thoughts on the latest update for Gran Turismo 7? Feel free to leave your thoughts in the comments section.
Gaming
ReFantazio Takes a Different Approach to Romance, Setting Itself Apart from the Persona Games
Atlus’ highly anticipated RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio, appears to incorporate familiar systems reminiscent of the developer’s acclaimed Persona series. The game features turn-based battles that heavily rely on exploiting enemy weaknesses. Additionally, players have the ability to summon warrior spirits during combat. However, the most significant aspect of this game, which will be discussed in this article, is the bonding system. Through this system, players can spend time with important characters and gain deeper insights into their personalities and stories.
In contrast to the Persona games, the bonding system ends at that point. Unfortunately, players will be unable to pursue romantic relationships with their beloved waifus, which may come as a disappointment to those who have developed strong feelings for Hulkenberg, the party’s charismatic red-haired elven knight.
According to Siliconera, the absence of romance came up during a recent question and answer session. Atlus emphasized the continued opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with your allies while also introducing additional narratives through substories. In addition, familiarizing yourself with the supporting characters will grant you access to new archetypes, which serve as the game’s character classes.
In the Persona games, romance is not obligatory; rather, it serves as a means to customize your playthrough. However, it is quite unexpected that Metaphor has chosen not to pursue such a venture, considering the significant amount of discussion it typically generates!
Were you anticipating any romantic elements in Metaphor? If you’re not satisfied with your pre-order, feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.
Gaming
Shift Up unveils the intriguing details behind the physical packaging of Stellar Blade for the PS5
It appears that many
are eagerly anticipating the launch of the highly anticipated PS5 exclusive, Stellar Blade. Shift Up, the developer, has shared a lengthy video showcasing the “secrets” found in the physical box of the game for PS5. From what we can gather, these secrets include a reversible cover/dust jacket and a download code for cosmetic items.
We must clarify that while we do appreciate the variant cover, it may be more appealing than the game’s standard art. However, it is not something we would typically classify as a “secret.”. However, what’s interesting is that Shift Up has confirmed through the comments section that this will be the case in all regions. Additionally, the visually striking action RPG will remain uncensored worldwide.
「Stellar Blade」 Physical Package Secrets⚠️#StellarBlade #PS5 #Disc pic.twitter.com/WQSzKUSDQ4
— StellarBlade (@StellarBlade) April 22, 2024
It’s refreshing to witness a developer going the extra mile for physical collectors, and it’s evident that the developer is determined to leave a favorable mark in the console realm. Stellar Blade is set to make its highly anticipated debut this Friday, April 26th, exclusively on the PS5.
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