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BATTLE WORN

“IT’S IMPORTANT THAT YOU PLAY TO THE STRENGTHS OF THE STUDIO”

At a certain point, a name like DICE becomes ironic. The Swedish studio behind Battlefieldand Battlefrontisn’t famed for taking great gambles in the field of interactive entertainment. Instead, it’s known for facilitating one thing: large-scale multiplayer shootouts. Nestled deep in EA’s corporate bosom, it’s in no position to be agile or surprise anybody. Shareholders don’t especially like surprises.

The last time DICE took a real risk was over a decade ago, with . At the time, it was looking to expand its portfolio beyond . “It’s important that you play to the strengths

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