Tencent has strengthened its foothold in the gaming industry by acquiring a 51% controlling stake in Kuro Games, the creators of the popular RPG, Wuthering Waves. This move comes at an opportune time as Wuthering Waves gears up for a major update next month, promising to enhance the game's already engaging action-packed combat and immersive narrative.
Rumors of Tencent's interest in Kuro Games surfaced back in March, but the deal has only recently been finalized. Tencent has acquired a 37% share from Hero Entertainment, positioning itself as the sole external shareholder of Kuro Games.
Despite the shift in ownership, Kuro Games has reassured its employees through an internal memo that it will continue to operate independently. This approach aligns with Tencent's strategy observed with other studios such as Riot Games and Supercell, where the developers retain significant creative control.
Tencent's acquisition of Kuro Games is consistent with its history of major investments in the gaming sector, including stakes in Ubisoft, Activision Blizzard, and FromSoftware. This latest move significantly enhances Tencent's presence in the adventure RPG market through Wuthering Waves.
Wuthering Waves has been thriving with its recent updates. The current version 1.4 introduced the Somnoire: Illusive Realms mode and two new characters, along with various weapons and upgrades. Players can also take advantage of Wuthering Waves codes to claim free in-game rewards.
Looking forward, the upcoming version 2.0 update will introduce Rinascita, a new nation for exploration, and new characters such as Carlotta and Roccia. Additionally, Wuthering Waves will expand its reach by launching on the PlayStation 5, making it accessible on all major gaming platforms.
With the additional resources from Tencent, Kuro Games is poised to ensure the long-term stability and continued success of Wuthering Waves and future projects.
