StarCraft For Sale: Nexon Buying IP Rights from Blizzard, Says New Report
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Nexon, the South Korean gaming conglomerate, is reportedly nearing a deal with Blizzard to acquire intellectual property rights to StarCraft, according to local reporting. The arrangement would grant Nexon development authority over the franchise, potentially including a new sequel. Blizzard has not publicly commented on the negotiations, and details regarding financial terms or the scope of the license remain unclear. The move would represent a significant shift for one of esports' most storied strategy franchises.
- Nexon is close to finalizing an IP licensing agreement with Blizzard that would allow the Korean publisher to develop StarCraft games going forward.
- The deal's specifics, including cost and which properties fall under Nexon's control, have not been disclosed by either company.
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