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Bioware co-founder says Microsoft’s ‘moronic’ advice ruined Jade Empire’s odds of becoming a franchise

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Jade Empire
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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
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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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