Partnering with Indie Studios to Deliver Bold, Innovative Game Experiences
Over the past few years, Electronic Arts has partnered with Coldwood Interactive, Hazelight, Zoink, Jo-Mei and Final Strike Games to bring players a variety of new games, including Unravel, Unravel 2, A Way Out, Fe, Sea of Solitude and Rocket Arena™. Together, these games brought to life heartfelt stories and action-packed co-op adventures, creating unique and memorable experiences for our players that push the boundaries of traditional game-based storytelling.
Today we’re thrilled to announce that Electronic Arts has partnered with yet another bold, creative, innovative indie developer. Silver Rain Games -- co-founded by BAFTA-nominated actor and producer Abubakar Salim and headed up by Melissa Phillips who was a BAFTA Programme Manager -- will publish their first game through our EA Originals label. Abubakar, Melissa and their incredible team will bring players an exciting universe that unlocks the power of storytelling. Silver Rain Games was launched with the intent of generating thought-provoking and innovative games, exemplifying the heart and philosophy of the indie genre and bringing players diverse new characters, stories and experiences.
Silver Rain’s game will be another fantastic title from EA Originals. Later this month, we’re launching the next genre-bending co-op adventure from Hazelight and the visionary mind of Josef Fares, It Takes Two. With different connected character abilities in every level, an abundance of unexpected obstacles and hilariously heartfelt moments, players will enjoy a uniquely metaphorical gameplay experience.
Last month, we announced Knockout City™, a team-based multiplayer game from Velan Studios, officially launching later this Spring on May 21. Knockout City is dodgeball like you’ve never played before, with team-based gameplay centered around throwing and catching a ball, but with the depth and intensity that brings out the fun of competition in a truly unique way.
And later this year we will launch Lost in Random, the new game from Zoink Games, the studio behind Fe. Lost in Random is a stop-motion inspired atmospheric action-adventure game, centering on a coming of age story set in a mysterious world where everyone’s destiny is determined by the roll of a dice.
With so many experiences to choose from, now is truly an exciting time for everyone who loves unique indie games. We’ve seen over the past year how much games mean to everyone, providing players with a lifeline and much-needed connection, as well as entertainment and escapism. These games will provide even more variety for our growing community, thanks to the unique creativity, talent, and innovation these studios bring to their projects. We are excited to support them every step of the way, from development and marketing to expanding their network and amplifying their voice.
