Sega recently made waves in the gaming world by announcing the sale of Amplitude Studios back to members of its original team, granting them independence once more. This transition marks a new chapter for the studio, originally established in 2011 by former Ubisoft masterminds, Romain de Waubert de Genlis and Mathieu Girard. Having been acquired by Sega in 2016, Amplitude Studios has been an integral part of the Sega Europe family until now.
In a statement reflecting both excitement and anticipation, founder Romain de Waubert de Genlis expressed confidence in the studio’s future. He emphasized the studio’s commitment to delivering exceptional games rooted in strong and meaningful franchises. With two intriguing titles currently underway, the team is eager to leverage their deep expertise in strategy game development. According to de Waubert de Genlis, this move towards independence will allow the studio greater flexibility and creativity, enabling them to stay closely connected with their dedicated community and continue shaping their unique vision.
This strategic shift positions Amplitude Studios to explore new horizons and innovate within the gaming industry, strengthening their bond with gamers around the world. With a legacy of creating captivating strategy games, fans are eager to see what the newly independent studio will bring to the table next.
