Nintendo Acquires Hogwarts Legacy Port Studio From Embracer Group
Nintendo Buys Studio Behind Hogwarts Port: Why?
Nintendo has announced the acquisition of Shiver Entertainment, the studio behind the Nintendo Switch ports of games like Hogwarts Legacy and Mortal Kombat. Shiver, previously owned by Embracer Group, will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Nintendo but will continue developing and porting games for multiple platforms. This move comes as Nintendo prepares to unveil its next-generation console by March 2025. The financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed, but it is expected to have a minor impact on Nintendo's fiscal results for the year.
What specific titles is Shiver Entertainment known for porting to the Nintendo Switch?
Shiver Entertainment is known for its porting work on several high-profile titles for the Nintendo Switch. Notably, the company has handled the Nintendo Switch ports of "Hogwarts Legacy," "Mortal Kombat 11," and "Mortal Kombat 1." These games are part of Shiver's portfolio that showcases their capability to adapt and optimize games for Nintendo's hybrid console system. Additionally, Shiver has also developed "Scribblenauts Showdown," further demonstrating their versatility in both porting and developing games.