Tencent's strategic acquisition of a 51% controlling stake in Kuro Games, the developer behind the popular action RPG Wuthering Waves, marks a significant expansion of its gaming portfolio. This follows earlier rumors circulating in March, with Tencent securing the majority stake by purchasing a 37% share from Hero Entertainment.
Kuro Games assures its employees, in an internal memo, that operational independence will be maintained, mirroring Tencent's approach with studios like Riot Games and Supercell. This acquisition adds to Tencent's already extensive holdings in the gaming industry, including stakes in major players such as Ubisoft, Activision Blizzard, and FromSoftware. The investment significantly strengthens Kuro Games' position in the adventure RPG market.
Wuthering Waves itself continues to thrive, with the current version 1.4 update featuring the new Somnoire: Illusive Realms mode, two new characters, weapons, and upgrades. Players can also utilize available in-game codes for additional rewards.
The upcoming version 2.0 update promises even more exciting content, including the introduction of the new nation Rinascita, along with new characters Carlotta and Roccia. Crucially, the game will finally launch on the PlayStation 5, ensuring availability across all major platforms. This infusion of resources from Tencent secures Kuro Games' long-term stability and paves the way for future growth and development of Wuthering Waves.
