UAE-based publisher/developer Red Dunes Games and Japanese developer Acquire have announced a multi-year collaboration to make original and new intellectual properties that “blend world-class Japanese craftsmanship with bold, global creative vision.”
“ACQUIRE is a legendary studio with a deep creative legacy, and we are honored to work with them to build the next wave of original games,” said Sultan Darmaki, CEO and Creative Director of Red Dunes Games in a press release. “This partnership is a reflection of our belief that the future of gaming lies in global collaboration, where stories cross borders, and innovation knows no region.”
Acquire is known for franchises like Tenchu, Way of the Samurai, Akiba’s Trip, Octopath Traveler, and more.
“As ACQUIRE, a studio that has long valued originality from Japan in game development, we are thrilled to have found a wonderful partner in Red Dunes Games and embark on a bold new global challenge together,” said Takuma Endo, CEO of ACQUIRE Corp. “We’ve always believed in the power of originality. Now, with Red Dunes, we’re building something truly international.”
The first wave of projects are already in development, including:
- Project Tremor – a game with city-shaking kaiju battles
- Project Umbra – a game with dark fantasy hunts
- Project Shadowcar – a shadowy espionage thriller game
Each game will explore a distinct genre and vision and will release for PC and major consoles globally with multilingual support. World premieres are planned for events like Tokyo Game Show.
Lastly, the new collab is likened to a cornerstone in Red Dunes Games’ long-term publishing and co-development vision, combining original game creation with a global outlook, industry partnerships, and a commitment to diverse storytelling.
