Tango Gameworks has been acquired by Krafton, in a move that will keep the studio alive.
Xboxannounced in April that it wasshutting down four Bethesda studios– Tango,RedfallmakerArkaneAustin, Mighty Doom developer Alpha Dog and support studio Roundhouse Games.
The studio seemingly closed its door in June, with developer Takeo Kidosharing photos on social mediaof what he said was its last day.
However, South Korean publisherKrafton, which also ownsPUBG StudiosandThe Callisto ProtocolstudioStriking Distance, has now announced that it has acquiredTango Gameworks, seemingly rescuing it.
“Krafton Inc today welcomed the talented people of Tango Gameworks to their team, marking an exciting moment in the company’s global expansion and its first significant investment in the Japanese video game market,” the publisher said in a statement.
“This strategic move will include the rights to Tango Gameworks’ acclaimed IP,Hi-Fi Rush.”
The publisher plans to work with Xbox and ZeniMax to “ensure a smooth transition and maintain continuity at Tango Gameworks”, saying it wants the team to continue working on the Hi-Fi Rush IP and other future projects.
“Krafton intends to support the Tango Gameworks team to continue its commitment to innovation and delivering fresh and exciting experiences for fans,” it said.
Krafton says the move will have no impact on the studio’s previous games The Evil Within, The Evil Within 2,Ghostwire: Tokyoand Hi-Fi Rush, which will all still be available on their existing platforms.
