Atlus responds to SEGA acquisition
Posted on September 18, 2013 by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News
SEGA confirmed its upcoming acquisition of Index Corporation and subsidiary Atlus last night. Following the official announcement, Atlus prepared a few comments of its own.
Consumer software director Naoto Hiroaka passed along the following:
- After thanking the customers for their support, and apologizing for the concern caused, Hiroaka-san explains that Atlus has a very good relationship with Sega and a considerable business synergy. By using Sega’s solid distribution network he expects the company to expand further.
- This new relationship will allow the two companies to complement each other’s niche in the consumer game business, and Sega’s Know-how will enhance Atlus’ brand.
- The continuity of Atlus’ business is considered to be in very good shape.
- At the moment all the employees of the consumer game department of the company are focusing on the development of future titles, and Atlus is looking forward to tackle new challenges in the future.
