Disney to speculate $1.5B in Fortnite maker Epic Video games

The Walt Disney Firm is investing $1.5 billion in Fortnite and Unreal Engine maker Epic Video games, it introduced Wednesday.

“The Walt Disney Firm and Epic Video games will collaborate on an all-new video games and leisure universe that may additional increase the attain of beloved Disney tales and experiences,” a Disney consultant wrote in a information launch. “Disney may even make investments $1.5 billion to accumulate an fairness stake in Epic Video games alongside the multiyear undertaking. The transaction is topic to customary closing situations, together with regulatory approvals.”

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