Krafton, the South Korean video game holding company, is making a big move into the North American market with the establishment of its first Canadian AAA game studio in Montreal. The studio, named Krafton Montréal Studio, will be led by Patrik Méthé, a former game director at Ubisoft Montreal who has extensive experience in the industry.
Méthé will be joined by a talented team of game developers, including Benoit Frappier, Frédéric Duroc, and Martin Paradis, who have a proven track record of successful games. The studio will focus on hiring 150 more people over the next three years, with key positions in animation, programming, and HR.
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The studio’s first project will be a video game adaptation of the popular Korean fantasy novel series “The Bird that Drinks Tears”, which is sure to excite fans of medieval fantasy. Changhan Kim, CEO of Krafton, says that Montreal was chosen for its reputation as one of the top cities for video game production and the local pool of creative and specialized talent.
Patrik Méthé expressed his excitement about the new project, stating that the team shares a common goal of delivering the finest adaptation of the novel and providing an exceptional experience to gamers. He says, “As a fan of medieval fantasy since my teenage years, I’m excited to bring to life a fantasy masterpiece as an ambitious and memorable game. We couldn’t be more thrilled to be a part of the Krafton family.”
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This news is sure to make waves in the video game industry and has everyone excited to see what Krafton Montréal Studio will bring to the table. Stay tuned for updates on their progress and the release of their first game.
FAQ
Who is Krafton?
Krafton is a South Korean video game holding company best known for developing the popular game “PUBG: Battlegrounds”.
What is Krafton Montréal Studio?
Krafton Montréal Studio is Krafton’s first Canadian AAA game studio, located in Montreal, Canada.
Who is leading Krafton Montréal Studio?
Patrik Méthé, a former game director at Ubisoft Montreal, is leading Krafton Montréal Studio.
What is the goal of Krafton Montréal Studio?
The goal of Krafton Montréal Studio is to deliver the finest adaptation of the Korean fantasy novel series “The Bird that Drinks Tears” and provide an exceptional experience to gamers.
What is the first project of Krafton Montréal Studio?
The first project of Krafton Montréal Studio is a video game adaptation of the Korean fantasy novel series “The Bird that Drinks Tears”.
How many people does Krafton plan to hire for Krafton Montréal Studio?
Krafton plans to hire 150 people over the next three years for key positions in animation, programming, and HR.
Why was Montreal chosen for Krafton Montréal Studio?
Montreal was chosen for Krafton Montréal Studio because it is one of the top cities for video game production and has a local pool of creative and specialized talent.