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The two companies will learn from each other in key areas like live-service games, and may work together on one of Absurd Ventures' unannounced game projects.

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Nov 27, 2024
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byChris Kerr, News Editor
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Nov 22, 2024
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byChris Kerr, News Editor
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Update: Reflector Entertainment is laying off 18 percent of its workforce
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Nov 20, 2024
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