Red Dunes Games & ACQUIRE Corp. Partner for New Global IPs
ACQUIRE Corp. and Red Dunes Games Forge Global Partnership to Redefine International Game Growth
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Tokyo, Japan & Abu Dhabi, UAE - July 11, 2025 - in a move set to invigorate the global gaming landscape, ACQUIRE Corp., the acclaimed Japanese developer behind iconic titles like Tenchu and Way of the Samurai, has announced a landmark partnership with Red Dunes Games, a rising autonomous studio based in Abu Dhabi. This collaboration signals a bold step toward international co-productions that respect tradition while pushing towards new horizons in game creation.
A Fusion of Japanese Innovation and Global Ambition
The partnership is built on a shared passion for originality and a commitment to delivering unique gaming experiences to a worldwide audience. takuma Endo, CEO of ACQUIRE Corp., expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, “As ACQUIRE, a studio that has long valued originality from Japan in game development, we are thrilled to have found a fantastic partner in Red Dunes Games and embark on a bold new global challenge together. We’ve always believed in the power of originality. Now, with Red Dunes, we’re building something truly international.”
This alliance is a cornerstone in Red Dunes games’ long-term vision, which emphasizes original game creation, a global outlook, strategic industry partnerships, and a dedication to diverse storytelling.
First Wave of Projects: Project Tremor, Project Umbra, and Project Shadowcar
The fruits of this exciting partnership are already taking shape, with the first wave of projects, codenamed Project Tremor, Project Umbra, and Project Shadowcar, currently in development. Each title promises to explore a distinct genre and vision, showcasing the creative synergy between the two studios.
Project Tremor: Set to deliver city-shaking kaiju battles, this project taps into a genre with immense global appeal, promising epic-scale destruction and thrilling combat.
project umbra: This title will delve into the realm of dark fantasy hunts, offering players a challenging and atmospheric experience filled with mystery and peril.
Project Shadowcar: Rounding out the initial slate, Project Shadowcar is a shadowy espionage thriller, hinting at intricate plots and high-stakes intrigue.
All games are slated for release on PC and major consoles, with comprehensive global releases, multilingual support, and world premieres planned at prestigious events such as the Tokyo Game Show.
About the Studios
about Red Dunes Games:
Red Dunes Games is an independent game developer and publisher headquartered in Abu Dhabi,UAE.With a distinctly global outlook and a profound appreciation for storytelling, Red Dunes is dedicated to creating and publishing original games that resonate with players across diverse cultures.The company has garnered recognition for its creative prowess, high production quality, and unwavering commitment to collaborating with world-class partners.
About ACQUIRE Corp.:
Founded in 1994, ACQUIRE Corp. rapidly carved out a unique niche in game development with its creation of comical, character-driven titles like the AKIBA’S TRIP series. The studio is renowned for its representative works in the “wa” (Japanese-style) adventure game genre, including the critically acclaimed Tenchu and Way of the Samurai franchises. In recent years, ACQUIRE has broadened its development expertise, making significant contributions to the RPG genre. This includes thier work on the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series with SQUARE ENIX and the overall development of Nintendo’s Mario & Luigi: Brothership*.
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