Founder Asks 'How Much' As Xbox Looks To Cut Arkane Loose
Arkane Studios founder’s public buyout inquiry sparks speculation over Xbox’s next move
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Coverage from *GamesRadar+*, *Polygon*, and *Kotaku* highlights the unusual public approach, while *Wccftech* notes Colantonio’s departure from Arkane in 2017. A new trailer for *The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu*—a game unrelated to Arkane—was also released, drawing attention amid the studio’s uncertain future.
No official response from Xbox or Arkane has been confirmed. Watch for Microsoft’s next steps: a formal buyout offer, a sale to another studio, or a restructuring announcement.
The timing may also reflect Xbox’s broader focus on other priorities, though specifics remain unclear.
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Quick answers
Who is Raphaël Colantonio?
The founder of Arkane Studios, which developed *Dishonored* and *Prey*. He left the studio in 2017 but has since re-engaged publicly with Microsoft’s Xbox division.
Is Arkane Studios being sold?
Coverage suggests Xbox is exploring divestment options, but no formal sale has been announced. Colantonio’s inquiry may be probing Microsoft’s interest.
What is *The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu*?
A new game trailer released by an unrelated developer, featuring Lovecraftian horror themes. Its release coincides with Arkane-related speculation but is not directly connected.
Coverage (5)
- Arkane founder asks Xbox CEO "how much" Microsoft wants for the studio: "I'm asking for a friend" GamesRadar+ · 20h ago
- Raphaël Colantonio Quit Arkane in 2017, Yet Now Dangles a Buyout Offer as Xbox Scrambles to Offload the Dishonored Maker Wccftech · 20h ago
- New The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu Trailer Showcases Madness, Monsters, and a Dangerous Island ixbt.games · 20h ago
- Arkane Studios founder just asked the Xbox CEO 'how much' to buy the studio Polygon.com · 20h ago
- Founder Asks 'How Much' As Xbox Looks To Cut Arkane Loose Kotaku · 20h ago
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