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OG Xbox Exclusive Jade Empire Could Have Been 'Another Franchise' for BioWare if Not for 'Moronic Advice' From Microsoft

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Jade Empire
GAMESubject
Jade Empire
Genres · rpg
Release · Apr 12, 2005
Developer · BioWare
Xbox 360
18 articles 19 writers 0 reviews
BioWare
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BioWare
Role · Developer / Publisher
Active · 2000–2024
Latest · Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Top genres · rpg, adventure, fps
1186 articles 312 writers 74 games
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Microsoft
Role · Developer / Publisher
Active · 1982–2025
Latest · Marvel Cosmic Invasion
Top genres · fps, simulation, strategy
3116 articles 487 writers 194 games
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