A studio responsible for assisting Nintendo on some key games will now become a part of the company. Bandai Namco Studios Singapore (BNSS), a studio that assisted Nintendo with the likes of the Splatoon series, will become a subsidiary of Nintendo under the name Nintendo Studios Singapore. NCL will acquire 80% of the company on April 1, 2026 with the remaining shares to be acquired after once the subsidiary’s operations have stabilized.
According to the press release, “BNSS was established as one of Bandai Namco Group’s overseas bases and is a development company with strong expertise in creating in-game art assets. It has contributed to the development of Nintendo titles, including the Splatoon series, and has an ongoing business relationship with Nintendo. Considering this business record, Nintendo has made the decision to acquire shares in BNSS to strengthen the development structure of the Nintendo Group.”
by Danny Bivens
Sources: NCL, GamesIndustry.biz
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