SEGA in talks to acquire Angry Birds maker Rovio for $1 billion
TL;DR
Sega is reportedly close to acquiring Rovio Entertainment, the company behind the Angry Birds mobile game franchise, for $1 billion. Despite declining popularity, the franchise has still achieved success with its movie adaptations. Rovio previously neared a deal with Israeli developer Playtika, but talks dwindled in March. Sega may be looking to launch Angry Birds into the nights and create a new mobile games franchise.
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- Sega Nears Deal For 'Angry Birds' Mobile Game Maker - WSJ The Wall Street Journal
- Sega buying Angry Birds maker Rovio for $1 billion, WSJ reports Polygon
- Sega is Reportedly Close to Acquiring Angry Birds Developer Rovio for $1 Billion IGN
- SEGA's parent company nearing deal to acquire Rovio Entertainment My Nintendo News
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