In an earlier post, we reported THQ has filed for bankruptcy. But now an interesting rumour regarding THQ and the sale of their assets have been unearthed.
Ubisoft has reportedly had “lengthy” discussions about possible interest in taking over the THQ’s games and studios, which include major series such as Darksiders, Red Faction and Saints Row. However, Ubisoft seem to be trying to get a bargain price for all of these different properties, with sources at MCV saying Ubisoft “is prepared to hold-out until THQ is forced to sell off specific assets, as happened to… Midway when it went into bankruptcy.” CEO Yves Guillemot had said in November, ”We are always interested in good brands. For sure, it’s something we can consider, but I can’t tell you more.”
If the French publisher does in fact buy the assets, it would make them an even bigger powerhouse in the industry than at present, joining THQ’s four studios (THQ Wireless, THQ Digital Studios Phoenix, Volition Inc and Vigil Games) with Ubisoft’s global range of studios and with the massive games franchises such as Assassin’s Creed and Just Dance.
Source: Gamesindustry.biz, MCVUK
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