Electronic Arts has announced the presence of both BioWare General Manager Casey Hudson and Dragon Age Executive Producer Mark Darrah. Leaving the studio.. Laura Miele, EA’s Chief Studio Officer, said Samantha Ryan “will continue to oversee the studio,” and the Dragon Age project under development will be headed by Christian Dailey, Studio Director at BioWare Austin.
“I would like to personally thank Casey and Mark for everything I did for the BioWare community, especially for the players,” Miele wrote. “They have always been an important part of the studio’s history, thank them for their many contributions and look forward to what they will do next.”
“I’m no more confident or optimistic when thinking about the future of BioWare and the talents of the next generation. Looking at the future of the studio and the projects currently under development, the talents of the next generation BioWare will move the studio forward. And I’m working on some great games that I know I’m excited to experience in the next few years. “
Hudson said in His own statement The decision was difficult and came “with some sadness.”
“I miss working with exciting developers every day on the biggest and most exciting project I can imagine,” he writes. “But I know it’s a good time for change, both for myself and for BioWare.”
Dollar expressed Similar feelings: “This was a very difficult decision for me. Dragon Age’s amazing team of developers makes my life richer and better. They taught me a lot. But the strength of the team also makes this possible. I know. Dragon Age will not only survive without me, but will prosper. “
Despite the positive statement that both Hudson and Dollar have shown confidence in BioWare’s leadership and creative team, especially Daily, it’s hard not to see this as a big blow to BioWare. Depart less than a month after Hudson confirms that: Mass effect remaster,and Brand new mass effect game, Under development and got only the first “real” look Next dragon age In June. Sudden loss of the top person in each of these projects in this early stage of development is not considered a good sign and does not involve Daily in Dragon Age.This doesn’t mean he’s not fit for work, but he’s holding his hands full Anthem redo..
BioWare currently does not have a general manager. This is another sign that Hudson’s departure was sudden and unplanned. “The search for a new GM is underway and we’re already talking to some great people,” Miele wrote. “With a deep love and respect for the studio’s legacy, you’ll find the right leader to embody the team’s values and help carry on BioWare’s incredible legacy.”
Neither Hudson nor Dollar said what to do next, but each praised their work at BioWare. Hudson said he highly appreciates Dollar’s contribution to BioWare. “Daller said Hudson” has taught me a lot over the years, especially since his return three years ago. ”
Their departure is also just behind the recent announcement Yellow brick game, A new studio co-founded by former Dragon Age creative director Mike Laidlaw. Laidlaw was surprised at the news of his reaction on Twitter, but the timing seems strangely coincidental.
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BioWare veteran and former Dragon Age lead writer David Gaider had a similar idea.
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Michael Gamble, the project director of Mass Effect, also joined in warm words.
Everything you taught me. Everything we talked about. And just as Ray and Greg changed the course of your life … I know you did the same for me. We look forward to sitting with you outside the office (and getting feedback) about the latest work on the Mass Effect team.December 3, 2020
And this too.
There is one person who is having a good day. It’s a PR guy who has to monitor @BioMarkDarrah Twitter to make sure he’s not telling a secret. wait. Is it worse now? Then don’t worry.December 3, 2020