Wuthering Waves Dev Kuro Games Snags Tencent Backing

Tencent Acquires Majority Stake in Kuro Games, Bolstering Wuthering Waves' Future

Tencent's expansion into the gaming industry continues with the acquisition of a 51% controlling stake in Kuro Games, the developer behind the popular action RPG, Wuthering Waves. This follows earlier rumors in March, with Tencent purchasing a 37% share from Hero Entertainment, becoming the sole external shareholder.

An internal memo assures Kuro Games employees that the studio will maintain its independent operations, mirroring Tencent's approach with other studios like Riot Games and Supercell. This strategy prioritizes developer creative control.

This acquisition isn't unexpected, given Tencent's extensive portfolio of gaming investments, including stakes in Ubisoft, Activision Blizzard, and FromSoftware. This investment significantly strengthens Tencent's presence in the action RPG market.

Wuthering Waves itself is experiencing considerable success. The current 1.4 update features the new Somnoire: Illusive Realms mode, two new characters, weapons, and upgrades. Players can also utilize in-game codes for additional rewards.

The upcoming version 2.0 update promises even more exciting content. This includes the introduction of Rinascita, a new explorable nation, along with new characters Carlotta and Roccia. Crucially, version 2.0 will also mark Wuthering Waves' launch on PlayStation 5, expanding its reach to all major platforms.

Tencent's investment provides Kuro Games with enhanced long-term stability, promising a bright future for Wuthering Waves and future projects.