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Criterion’s Future Is Battlefield, but Don’t Forget the Burnout Heritage Within Its Walls

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Criterion’s Future Is Battlefield, but Don’t Forget the Burnout Heritage Within Its Walls
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Criterion Games, the studio behind the Burnout and Need For Speed franchises, is celebrating its 30th anniversary while shifting its focus entirely to the Battlefield series. Despite the studio's rich history in racing games, leadership has confirmed that all current resources are dedicated to the development of future Battlefield titles.

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This shift highlights the consolidation of talent within major gaming publishers like EA, where historic studios are increasingly repurposed to support flagship live-service franchises.

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