EA to Invest $80 Million in Next-Gen Games

By Matthew Bennett, Associate Editor
Posted on May 8, 2012 AT 07:14am

EA has announced its preparations for the next-generation of games by dedicating $80 million over fiscal year 2013.

The publishing giant will spend $80 million in its next run of titles throughout 2012 and into early 2013, this must mean that the gears are slowly starting to turn as it ramps up development. $80 million seems to be more along the lines of preparation money, rather than footing the bill for a new game.

The next-gen tide is washing in slowly, we expect it to be here by the end of next year. The number of rumors, apparent leaks, job listings and investment going into the next-gen seems to suggest that it’s getting pretty close to being a reality. Don’t expect to see it at this year’s E3 though.

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Matthew Bennett has only been covering the gaming world for a short while, but he’s eager to make his mark. An ability to go many hours without sleep and a quick wit make him ideal for his role as associate editor at EGMNOW.com. He often thinks back to the days when the very idea of this career seemed like nothing but an impossible dream. Follow him on Twitter @mattyjb89. Meet the rest of the crew.

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