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Feb 8, 2024

Disney is (re)entering its video game era

In 2016, it shuttered its own video game division. Now, Disney will partner with Epic Games, the creator of Fortnite.

Disney is (re)entering its video game era — Chris Delmas/AFP via Getty Images

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Disney to partner with Fortnite creator on video games
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Disney will take a $1.5 billion stake in Epic Games.

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David Brancaccio Host
Leanna Byrne Host, BBC
Kelly Silvera Executive Producer
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Dylan Miettinen Digital Producer
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Brian Allison Technical Director
James Graham Producer, BBC
Jo Critcher Producer, BBC
Naomi Rainey Producer, BBC
Lis Mahy Producer, BBC

Disney is (re)entering its video game era